미녀와 야수 / 샤를 페로(영어원서)
프랑스의 동화 작가 샤를 페로가 쓴 《미녀와 야수》는 아버지 대신 야수에게 자신을 바치는 아름다운 소녀 벨의 이야기를 담은 동화로, 사랑과 용기, 희생, 보상이라는 테마를 다루며 내면의 아름다움과 본질적인 가치의 중요성을 강조한다.
"Beauty and the Beast" by Charles Perrault is a timeless fairy tale that tells the story of a beautiful young woman named Beauty who sacrifices herself in place of her father and becomes the captive of a fearsome Beast. As the story unfolds, Beauty discovers the hidden goodness within the Beast and learns to see beyond his outward appearance. Through themes of love, transformation, and the power of inner beauty, Perrault's "Beauty and the Beast" captivates readers with its enchanting narrative and enduring message about the importance of looking beyond superficial appearances to find true beauty and love.
Charles Perrault (1628-1703) was a French author known for his influential collection of fairy tales titled "Tales and Stories of the Past with Morals" (1697). His well-known tales, including "Cinderella," "Sleeping Beauty," "Little Red Riding Hood," and "Puss in Boots," have become enduring classics in children's literature, shaping the modern fairy tale genre. Perrault's work continues to captivate readers of all ages and remains a cornerstone of children's literature.