See Also
See Again
Uncovering the real story behind sleeping beauty
The beginnings of a popular folklore from a chilling tale
© <p>Getty Images</p>
Most of us are aware that many fairy-tales have dark origins, and the tale of Sleeping Beauty is no exception. In fact, it surpasses others in terms of its gruesome nature, abuse, and portrayal of humanity's worst traits. While the Disney princess is cursed to sleep until true love's kiss awakens her, the original 17th-century story is far more unsettling.
Click through to uncover the real and twisted tale of Sleeping Beauty. After reading it, you may find it hard to view Aurora in the same innocent light again.
RECOMMENDED FOR YOU
LIFESTYLE
Xmas
20 hours ago
LIFESTYLE
Communication
21 hours ago
LIFESTYLE
Social media
23 hours ago
LIFESTYLE
Workforce
20/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Holidays
20/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Politics
20/12/24
LIFESTYLE
War
20/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Breaking news
20/12/24
LIFESTYLE
History
20/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Architecture
20/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Etiquette
20/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Goals
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
United states
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Geopolitics
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Economy
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Holidays
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Literature
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
History
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Middle east
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Cybersecurity
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Religion
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Extreme weather
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Environment
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Money
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
History
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Geopolitics
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Conflict
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Dating
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Natural disasters
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Queer
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
War crimes
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Human rights violations
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Religion
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Covid-19
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Rehabilitation
19/12/24
LIFESTYLE
Wildlife
19/12/24
MOST READ
- Last Hour
- Last Day
- Last Week