Most adults today can relate to the magic of traditional fairy tales that create nostalgic memories of childhood story - times at home, in schools, at public libraries. (qaeducation.co.uk)
Traditional fairy tales include many disturbing, violent stories, but their sharp edges are often softened by magic, timely rescues, and the prevailing power of virtue over evil. (booklistonline.com)
For Russian brides, recounting traditional fairy tales from their younger years has the same effect. (onewife.com)