The Dark Origins of Hansel and Gretel

The video explores the dark origins of fairy tales, focusing on Hansel and Gretel. It discusses the historical context of famine and infanticide in Germany, which influenced the tale's themes of child abandonment and cannibalism. The Grimm Brothers' version popularized the story, adding elements like the gingerbread house. The video also examines the transformation of the male ogre into a female witch and the cultural significance of these changes.

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