In a surprising twist, the National Rifle Association (NRA) has chosen to reinterpret beloved fairy tales through the lens of firearms. This approach suggests that an increase in guns equates to greater safety. Imagine Little Red Riding Hood armed with a rifle instead of a basket, or Hansel and Gretel transformed into resourceful tweens equipped with firearms rather than simply lost children.
Amelia Thompson, a self-proclaimed “patriot and writer,” has taken it upon herself to rewrite these timeless tales for the NRA Family website. The results are a mix of dull and disturbing, as classic characters become gun-toting figures. In this reimagined world, Little Red Riding Hood is aptly titled Little Red Riding Hood (Has A Gun), and Hansel and Gretel become Hansel and Gretel (Have Guns). A clever play on words, indeed.
The editor’s note poses a curious question: “Have you ever thought about how these fairy tales might sound if the protagonists had been educated in gun safety?” The NRA Family website, with its unsettling logo, prompts reflection on the darker undertones of traditional tales.
Little Red Riding Hood with a Twist
In this version of Little Red Riding Hood, the young girl ventures into the woods with a rifle slung over her shoulder. When she encounters the Big Bad Wolf, his threatening demeanor shifts upon spotting her firearm. Grandma, forewarned, grabs her shotgun to fend off danger, ultimately leading to the Wolf’s capture and a sense of security for the two women. This odd adaptation is unlikely to be a hit with younger audiences.
Hansel and Gretel: The Armed Adventurers
Similarly, Hansel and Gretel are no longer mere victims of their circumstances but hunting adventurers. They stumble upon a witch’s candy cottage where they hear cries for help from trapped children. The scene unfolds with tension as Gretel readies her rifle — only to lower it when the witch resumes snoring. The narrative shifts to their return home, where their parents rejoice over their hunting success and the imminent confrontation with the witch. It’s a far cry from the original tale, which had a much different message.
These adaptations leave one wondering how the original authors, the Brothers Grimm, would feel about such a radical transformation of their stories.
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Conclusion
In summary, the NRA’s foray into fairy tales raises questions about the normalization of firearms in childhood narratives. The original messages of these stories are lost in the retelling, creating an unsettling atmosphere that diverges from their intended lessons of caution and morality.