Cinderella

Style and Technique

Charles Perrault's style in the fairy tale «Cinderella» is characterized by simplicity and clarity, making it accessible to a wide audience, including children. The language of the work is light and expressive, with the use of archaisms typical of the time of writing. Perrault employs traditional fairy tale elements such as magic, transformations, and trials, which help emphasize moral lessons. Literary techniques include the contrast between kindness and malice, poverty and wealth, which enhances the drama of the plot. The story's structure is linear, with a clear beginning, development, and end, facilitating easy comprehension of the story. Dialogues play an important role, revealing characters' personalities and advancing the plot. Perrault also uses elements of humor and irony to soften dramatic moments and make the story more engaging.