This text explores, in both historical and critical contexts, the evolution of folk tales and fairy tales, their influence on popular beliefs, the politics behind them and their incorporation in mass media culture today. It focuses particularly on socio-historical forces which have changed the function of fairy tales since the 1700s.

This revised, expanded, and updated edition of the 1979 landmark Breaking the Magic Spell examines the enduring power of fairy tales and the ways they invade our subjective world. In seven provocative essays, Zipes discusses the importance of investigating oral folk tales in their socio-political context and traces their evolution into literary fairy tales, a metamorphosis that often diminished the ideology of the original narrative. Zipes also looks at how folk tales influence our popular beliefs and the ways they have been exploited by a corporate media network intent on regulating the mystical elements of the stories. He examines a range of authors, including the Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Anderson, Ernst Bloch, Tolkien, Bettelheim, and J.K. Rowling to demonstrate the continuing symbiotic relationship between folklore and literature.

Meet witches and kelpies, fairies and selkies, brave warriors and courageous girls, in ten spellbinding tales from Scotland, from Orkney and Skye to Perthshire and the Borders. . . . The Stories included are... The Selkie’s Toes * Tam Linn * The Ring of Brodgar * The Witch of Lochlann * The King of the Dark Arts * The Monster of Raasay * School for Heroes * the Loch Fada Kelpie * Whuppity Stoorie * The Three Questions

From national bestselling author Lisa Shearin comes a new chapter in "one of the best fantasy series currently on the market." (Night Owl Reviews) My name is Raine Benares—and it sucks to be me right now. I’m a seeker who found the Saghred, a soul-stealing stone that gave me unlimited powers I never wanted. Now I’ve lost the rock—and the magic it gave me—to a goblin dark mage whose main goals are my death and world domination. This is more than incentive enough for a little trip to the goblin capital of Regor with a small band of good friends, not-so-good friends, and one outright enemy. Don’t ask. All we need to do is destroy the Saghred, kill the mage, and put a renegade goblin prince on the throne. Did I mention I’ll be doing that with no magic?

What do you do when a spell goes haywire? Who would ever think magic could be boring? Certainly not Grace, Jenny, Rachel, Adie, and Una, especially after their disastrous first encounter with witchcraft. Now they're stuck learning dusty old theory—until the radiant Ms. Gold comes into town. Before long, she has the coven turning into blond bombshells, creating cute pets out of thin air, and taking fabulous flying lessons! But the daring friends make a magical mistake that drags the past into the present. Suddenly Grace has to work out who she can really trust... Praise for The Demon Notebook: "Funny, a bit scary and surprisingly realistic, preteens will enjoy the easy read, identify with the characters and ask for more."—Kirkus

Do you understand what the Bible says about blessings, demonic curses, and spells? Do you realize that you can be cursed a similar way you can be blessed? The Bible is not a one-sided book because as it talks about Blessings, it also talks about Curses. Today, similarly as in Biblical occasions, individuals with cruel intentions still place curses, spells, and wickedness on others. They can force undetectable obstructions in your day to day existence that can influence your wellbeing, business, and connections in profoundly negative ways. Also, curses can come not only from an external perspective through condemnations and black magic, but from inside ourselves if we harbor disdain, harshness, cruelty, and unforgiveness in our souls (Matthew 18:21-35). Be that as it may, Christians can't be completely and completely controlled by the Devil was because of the Holy Spirit. This book helps you break all curses, spells, witchcraft, and even evil intentions, witchcraft, and wish craft sent to you in just seven days. Learn how to deliver yourself as a Christian from the antics of evil-doers; how to be loaded up with the Holy Spirit and move from being under a curse to appreciating the gifts and blessings of Abraham and Jesus Christ! In this book, you will figure out how to break through from these powers working in your life by revoking all contact, relationship with, and cooperation in wickedness and by following Jesus Christ completely and getting His incredible endowments through the Holy Spirit of God. It is the Cross of Jesus Christ that will liberate you. You can't do this without anyone's help. It isn't sorcery; You don't counter enchantment with more wizardry. If you, a friend, or family member need help managing invisible boundaries and impediments that might be restricting God's blessings and destiny for your life, "Breaking Demonic Spells and Curses", is the book to help you. It will invalidate any condemnations to get God's endowments in your day to day existence.

Ever wondered what's inside The Magic Book of Spells? It contains every spell you've ever seen on the show, plus the history of Mewni, as told by thirteen queens. Each chapter is full of secrets, magic, and notes from Star Butterfly!This fun-packed, full-color jacketed hardcover version of The Magic Book of Spells will give fans of Star Vs the Forces of Evil all the inside information. . . and a chance to meet four never-seen-before queens.Plus, the book jacket doubles as an exclusive Mewberty Wings tarot card poster!