Buried Treasures

In "Buried Treasures," Jack Zipes shares his journey as a dedicated collector of overlooked fairy tales, focusing on political narratives from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. He profiles notable writers and illustrators, including Édouard Laboulaye and Gianni Rodari, highlighting how their imaginative works challenged political oppression and explored ethical dilemmas. These artists used their storytelling to create alternative worlds that reveal hidden truths, demonstrating the rich potential of fantasy to critique real-world issues.