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KrAsEexOnE
Unregistered User
(10/27/03 7:04 pm)
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Morals of Beauty and the Beast
I was wondering if you guys can help me identify some key morals in Beaumont's version of "Beauty and the Beast" and if Donoghue's "Tale of the Rose" change the meaning of the classic story? Thanks
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Heidi
Anne Heiner
ezOP
(10/27/03 11:11 pm)
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Re: Morals of Beauty and the Beast
Sorry, but this question sounds too much like a homework question for any of us to really answer it. We will be happy to further a discussion of the topic, but you need to share your thoughts on what the morals in both stories are first. We won't pick them out for you.
I will say that Donoghue certainly turns the tables on the traditional tale. Her message, while similar in theme, is not the same as in the original tale. I imagine Beaumont would be rather surprised and amused, or just plain shocked, to read what Donoghue has done to the tale.
Good luck with your assignment,
Heidi
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KrAsEexOnE
Registered User
(10/28/03 1:45 am)
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my thoughts
I feel that in both versions, Beauty was able to see the inner beauty of the Beast, whether the Beast was an actual monster or woman, she was able to look past the Beast's appearance and look at the good in his heart. Telling the truth is also a moral that is taught in both versions. For one example, Beauty did not lie to the Beast that he was dreadful looking. Another is where the Beast was dying of a broken heart where Beauty has promised to return in 9 days (i think it was) but didn't. Beauty has also shown to be a good nature in both versions. She was able to sacrifice one self for her family. She was also humble when she was rich and was courteous. If anyone can further discuss this topic, I would greatly appreciate it. I am trying to understand the morals of both versions more, as I am a slow reader.
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Terri
Registered User
(10/28/03 2:27 am)
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Re: my thoughts
I think it's interesting to note that de Beaumont herself changed many aspects of the story when she shortened and retold Mme. de Villeneuve's earlier story of Beauty and the Beast -- which in turn was based on even earlier animal bridegroom legends. De Villeneuve's Beauty depends on her fairy godmother's advice and has to be assured by her that the beast is more than he appears, whereas de Beaumont's Beauty observes for herself the good heart within her beastly host.
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Blackwolf
Unregistered User
(10/28/03 8:47 am)
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Hmm.
I am somehow reminded of one modern re-interpretation of Beauty and the Beast: -
The television series starring Linda Hamilton?
Any thoughts about this particular interpretation/portrayal of the fairy tale?
From what I gather, this series provide an interesting departure from the typical animal bridegroom motif - to the animal bridegroom as hero/leader.
Blackwolf
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KrAsEexOnE
Registered User
(10/28/03 11:49 am)
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Donoghues Version
Does anybody have any perspective on Donoghues Version?
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