Question

The story of Cinderella is perhaps the best-known fairy tale in the world. Almost every culture seems to have its own version and there may be over 1,500 variations. The tale appears to date back to a Chinese story from the ninth century, "Yeh-Shen."

What aspects of the story might change from culture to culture?

Answer 1

Variations of Cinderella tales make use of the device of changes in standing and status to suit different purposes ranging from criticism, teaching, preservation of culture, and many other aims. The popularity of Cinderella tales is not new but rather has existed for centuries.