I think you mean “condemn” not “condone”. I’m… not even sure. Point is, blah.

There’s always the old argument: kids have to be shown the world, in all its horrible glory. I’m not sure that’s necessary in these modern times of mass media and shucked propriety. But then, it wasn’t really necessary back in those less-than-modern times of sudden death of loved ones due to Cholera/TB/disco.

In year 11 we studied ‘appropriation’ in english. My group was charged with performing Little Red Riding Hood as a soap opera. I’d say we managed quite nicely. The woodchopper’s evil twin was a nice touch.

My sister is studying the same subject this year. Her group did sci-fi.

In conclusion, fairy tales merely serve to give us all something to discuss in literary circles.