In paragraph 3, the author makes four allusions: three to literary works (Horatio Alger, Pamela, Franklin's Autobiography) and one to a religious ideal (Protestant Ethics). Research each allusion. What is your purpose in putting these seemingly disparate references together in one paragraph?

The author's purpose in placing such disparate references is to intensify the idea of how the Cinderella story can be associated with the most different works, in addition to a comprehensive and diverse power of influence.

Explanation:

In the article, the author shows the reasons that led the Cinderella tale to become the most popular fairy tale. These reasons not only make Cinderella's story loved, but also provide insights for other works and thoughts to be formed. An interesting factor about this influence of the story, is that its influence power is very comprehensive and can be seen in the most different works already published, being even able to be referenced in religious texts and biographies, as the article presents.