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Ogres are said to be able to change their shape at will into animals or objects, and they often dwell in marvelous palaces or castles, sometimes underground.
The ogre Shrek is not depicted as a stereotypically hostile ogre.
Ogres are closely related to trolls, and are distantly related to the various races of giants.
Ogres are said to be able to change their shape at will into animals or objects, and they often dwell in marvellous palaces or castles, sometimes underground.
In art, ogres are depicted with a big head, abundant and hirsute hair and beard, a huge belly, and a strong body.
Literature for children has plenty of tales mentioning ogres and kidnapped princesses who were rescued by valiant knights and, sometimes, peasants.