The Interpretation of Fairy Tales

Describe symbolism in The Interpretation of Fairy Tales by Marie-Louise von Franz

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According to von Franz, the hero of the fairy tale is an archetypal symbol of the positive transformation of the Self. By the end of the tale, the hero will achieve a unified, matured Self.

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The Interpretation of Fairy Tales