The witch
Great fairy tales are not always stories designed for children. The lurking wolf in 'Little Red Riding Hood,' the gingerbread house that lures Hansel and Gretel, the beauty asleep in her castle - these fables represent some of our deepest, most primeval fears and satisfy our longing for good to win out over evil (preferably in the most gruesome way possible). The downtrodden prevail, appearances deceive, and humility and virtue triumph in The Witch , as lost children try to find their way home, adults cursed by past unspeakable acts are fated to experience their own horror in the present, and true love - or is it enchantment? - conquers all. The Witch and Other Tales Re-Told is a haunting and deeply entertaining collection, showcasing the inimitable Thompson at the height of her storytelling prowess. Praise for The Witch and Other Tales Re-Told 'Shrewdly unnerving and bewitching improvisations on fairy tales. Her dialogue is pitch-perfect.' Laurie Hertzel, Minneapolis Star Tribune 'Enlightening and quietly brilliant . . . Thompson is a master.' Connie Ogle, The Miami Herald