Donkey-skin, dark fairytale

# **Summary of "Donkey-Skin"**

**The central theme of "Donkey-Skin" revolves around virtue, love, and the trials one must endure to achieve true happiness.**

## The King and His Queen

In a prosperous kingdom, a **beloved King** mourns the death of his virtuous wife, the Queen. She urges him to find a new wife only if she is more beautiful than her. After her passing, the King is driven to madness, seeking to marry his own daughter, the **Princess**, who resists his advances.

## The Princess's Escape

The **Princess**, desperate to avoid her father's intentions, seeks help from her **Fairy godmother**. Following her advice, she requests impossible dresses, ultimately leading to the demand for the skin of the King’s cherished donkey. After acquiring the skin, she flees, disguising herself as "Donkey-Skin" and finding work on a farm.

## Love and Resolution

Eventually, the **Prince**, captivated by her beauty, falls in love with her. After a series of events involving a magical ring, the truth of her identity is revealed. The story concludes with the **joyful reunion** of the Princess and her family, culminating in a grand wedding that symbolizes the triumph of love and virtue over adversity.