This book explores the dark origin tales that many of the most beloved Disney Princess fairy tales are based. Many readers may be interested to know that some of these tales are rooted in true stories. These original fairy tales were allegories for good, clean living based on that time period. Others were cautionary tales of what may befall someone who doesn't follow the rules or disobeys society's laws. The Disney versions of these stories still contain dark elements despite an intended young audience. Attempted murder, actual murder, and sexual assault are prevalent in many of these tales, yet they are held up as great children's stories. Despite all these elements, some have even won Academy Awards for best song or best picture. One cannot overstate the success of The Disney Corporation and the impact it has had on young children and adults all over the world even with these dark elements in them.