Deception, Disguise, and Hidden Identity: French Folktale
In 17th-century France, where grand palaces sparkled in the sun and humble cottages lined quiet country roads, stories of disguise and hidden identity captivated listeners of all ages. In these tales, no one was quite what they seemed. Princes might wander the streets in tattered garments, servants could reveal noble hearts beneath modest clothes, and true virtue often lay hidden