The Story of Rapunzel As Told by Dame Gothel

playful · humorous · unexpected · thought-provoking

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What is The Story of Rapunzel As Told by Dame Gothel about?

Everyone knows Rapunzel’s story—or thinks they do. From her tower, Dame Gothel explains what really happened, insisting that Rapunzel was not a helpless princess but a rather troublesome girl with a serious hair problem. As Gothel defends her choices, readers see familiar events from a surprising point of view. This playful retelling of the classic fairy tale introduces the idea that stories can change depending on who tells them, while inviting young readers to question whether every villain is truly wicked.

About the author

Jessica Sarah Gunderson is an author who writes exciting books for children. She has written more than one hundred books, including stories about myths, history, adventures and fairy tales. Her popular books include The Curse of Medusa, Theseus and the Minotaur and Snow White Stories Around the World. Her lively writing helps young readers learn while enjoying wonderful stories.