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Why is in fairy tales the wolf always the evil one?

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This question has been asked in modern times - it's not just fairy tales. Jack London's short story To Light A Fire has wolves as the leering enemy by which the man who cannot keep his fire lit will meet his end. read more

In essence then, the wolf and the three little pigs is a blueprint that reminds us to pay attention to our thoughts and make the time and effort to have a healthy, happy state of mind. But there’s more than one type of wolf to contend with, in life and in stories. read more

The Big Bad Wolf is a fictional wolf appearing in several cautionary tales that include some of Aesop's Fables and Grimms' Fairy Tales. Versions of this character have appeared in numerous works, and has become a generic archetype of a menacing predatory antagonist. read more

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Big Bad Wolf
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On the Importance of Fairy Tales
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