44 pages 1 hour read

Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve

Beauty and the Beast

Fiction | Novella | Middle Grade | Published in 1740

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Reviews & Readership

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Beauty and the Beast by Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve is praised for its rich, magical storytelling and intricate character development. Some critics find it overly verbose and feel that modern retellings are more accessible. Overall, it is cherished for its historical significance and imaginative narrative, but not all readers appreciate its length and complexity.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Beauty and the Beast?

A reader who enjoys fairy tales, romantic fantasy, and classic literature will be captivated by Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve's Beauty and the Beast. Similar works such as Charles Perrault's Cinderella and the Brothers Grimm's Snow White will also appeal to their taste for timeless, enchanting stories.

Recommended

Reading Age

8-12years

Book Details

Genre
Fairy Tale / Folklore
Classic Fiction
Fantasy
Topics
Love / Sexuality
Relationships
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Relationships: Family
Relationships: Marriage