7. The Twelve Dancing Princesses

    "The Twelve Dancing Princesses" is a classic fairy tale that has been beloved by generations of readers. The story was first published by the Brothers Grimm in 1812, and it has since been adapted and retold in various forms.
    The story revolves around twelve princesses who, despite being locked in their bedroom every night, mysteriously have worn-out shoes every morning. The king, their father, is puzzled by this and offers a reward to anyone who can solve the mystery. A young soldier hears of the reward and decides to solve the mystery. He is given a potion by an old woman, which puts the princesses to sleep. He then follows them through a secret underground passage to a magical kingdom where they dance with twelve princes. The soldier collects evidence of their nightly excursions and presents it to the king, who then forces the princesses to reveal their secret. In the end, the soldier marries the eldest princess and they live happily ever after.


The story is filled with magic, mystery, and adventure, and it has been adapted into numerous forms of media over the years, including books, movies, and plays. It is a timeless tale that has captured the hearts of readers of all ages and continues to be a popular story today.