But it is the childhood nightmare or the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm. Its magic serves sudden, violent death as often as love or beauty. It’s a tale with childhood’s imagery but not a tale for children.”
But this stems from the darker side of fairy tales, as depicted in the works of the Brothers Grimm. Their magic is characterized by swift and brutal demise, alongside love and beauty. This story retains its childlike imagery yet is not intended for young readers.