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Hop-o'-My-Thumb

fr. Le Petit Poucet · 1697
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Interesting Facts

  • Hop-o'-My-Thumb is a tale where the main character, despite his small stature, shows incredible cleverness and resourcefulness, allowing him to overcome difficulties and save his brothers.
  • The tale is one of the most famous in Charles Perrault's collection and reflects traditional motifs of the weak battling the strong, as well as themes of survival and family love.
  • Interestingly, the tale includes a motif of cannibalism, as the main character and his brothers encounter an ogre, adding an element of tension and danger to the story.
  • Hop-o'-My-Thumb uses his mental abilities to outsmart the ogre, emphasizing the importance of intellect and ingenuity in challenging situations.
  • The tale also contains elements of magic, such as the seven-league boots, which aid the hero in his adventures and symbolize the ability to overcome any obstacles.
Hop-o'-My-Thumb
Date of publication: 22 February 2025
Updated: 2 March 2025
———Original titlefr. Le Petit Poucet · 1697
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