Snow White (fairy tale)

Snow White is a classic fairy tale about a young princess who is known for her beauty. Her jealous stepmother, obsessed with being the fairest of all, tries to kill her. Snow White finds refuge with seven dwarfs who protect her. The jealous queen eventually discovers Snow White is alive and, in deceit, causes her to fall into a deep, enchanted sleep with a poisoned apple. A prince later awakens her with a kiss, breaking the spell. The story highlights themes of envy, innocence, and true love, and has been adapted into various media over centuries.