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“It was not once upon a time, but a certain time in history, before anyone knew what was happening, that Walt Disney cast a spell on the fairy tale, and he has held it captive ever since.”

Quote by Jack Zipes

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Jack Zipes is a renowned scholar in the field of literature, with a focus on fairy tales, folktales, and children's literature. His work has had a profound impact on literary studies and education. more

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