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Donkeyskin

Original titlefr. Peau d'âne · 1695
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Summary

«Donkeyskin» is a fairy tale about a princess who, to avoid an unwanted marriage to her own father, flees the palace on the advice of her fairy godmother, wearing a magical donkey skin that makes her unrecognizable. She finds refuge in a village where she works on a farm. Despite her unattractive appearance, she retains her kindness and nobility. Soon, a prince from a neighboring kingdom notices her and falls in love. With the help of magic and the fairy, the princess reveals her true beauty and lineage, and she and the prince marry, living happily ever after.

Donkeyskin
Date of publication: 22 February 2025
Last updated: 2 March 2025
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Donkeyskin
Original titlefr. Peau d'âne · 1695