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Grimms' Fairy Tales

By The Brothers Grimm
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Grimms' Fairy Tales by The Brothers Grimm is a classic collection of folk and fairy tales brimming with enchanted forests, magical wishes, and moral lessons. Each story introduces memorable characters such as clever animals, wicked witches, and heroic children, crafted to inspire imagination and impart timeless truths. Ideal for readers of all ages, it offers a glimpse into the fantastical world of traditional German folklore.
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If you enjoy timeless tales filled with moral lessons, enchanting characters, and a touch of the fantastical, this collection might be the perfect fit for you. It offers classic stories that have been cherished by generations, blending magic with valuable life lessons in a way that captivates both young and old.

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Once upon a time there was a book, and inside the book were princes who had been turned into frogs or ferocious beasts, princesses so beautiful they astonished the sun, faithful sweethearts and evil stepmothers, giants taller than mountains and a boy no bigger than your thumb, houses made of bread and cake and birds made of gold.

A collection of traditional fairy tales by the Brothers Grimm. These strange and moving stories will stay with you all your life

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A collection of traditional fairy tales by the Brothers Grimm. These strange and moving stories will stay with you all your life.

Once upon a time...

Once upon a time there was a book, and inside the book were princes who had been turned into frogs or ferocious beasts, princesses so beautiful they astonished the sun, faithful sweethearts and evil stepmothers, giants taller than mountains and a boy no bigger than your thumb, houses made of bread and cake, and birds made of gold—in fact, all manner of mysterious, monstrous, and magical things. The book is in your hands. Read it happily ever after.

Includes exclusive material: In the Backstory, you can learn to make your own gingerbread!

Vintage Children's Classics is a twenty-first century classics list aimed at 8-12 year olds and the adults in their lives. Discover timeless favourites from The Jungle Book and Alice's Adventures in Wonderland to modern classics such as The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.

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Grimms' Fairy Tales is highly regarded as a cornerstone of world literature, recommended for every library collection. The stories offer a glimpse into a world before modern adaptations, resonating with the magic and wonder of traditional tales. Influential figures like J.K. Rowling and Terry Gilliam acknowledge the significant impact these tales had on their lives, while Charles Dickens emphasizes their importance even in modern times.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780099582557

Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 June 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vintage Children's Classics

Illustration: b/w chapter headings

Contributors:

  • Translated by Jack Zipes
  • Translated by Jack Zipes
  • Translated by Jack Zipes

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 188.0mm

Weight: 293g

Pages: 448

Collections

Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Classic Fiction Penguin Books The Brothers Grimm

About the Author

Jacob Grimm was born in 1785, followed by his brother Wilhelm in 1786. Their father, Phillipp, a judge, was ambitious and prosperous, while their mother, Dorothea, was a devoted and caring housewife, and they also had three more brothers and a sister. They lived in the town of Steinau in central Germany, in a large comfortable home. All the children went to school, and Jacob and Wilhelm were particularly bright and hard-working. Philipp Grimm died suddenly in 1796 and Dorothea and her children had to live on a much smaller income, though arrangements were made for Jacob and Wilhelm to continue their studies at a prestigious high school. Although the brothers were very different - Jacob was serious and strong, while Wilhelm was outgoing, cheerful and asthmatic - they were inseparable and totally devoted to one another.They were both determined to prove themselves to be the best students at their school, studying for more than twelve hours a day. At university, the brothers discovered the study of ancient German literature and folk tales and began to collect these fairy stories, which were eventually published in two large volumes in 1812 and 1815. The brothers worked in business and law before both becoming librarians in the King's library, and together they wrote many books about German literature, language and folklore, as well as beginning work on the first German dictionary. Wilhelm died in 1859, and Jacob became more solitary than ever, though he continued to work on the brothers' shared projects until his own death in 1863.

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