Grimms' Fairy Tales

Grimms' Fairy Tales

by Jacob Grimm and Wilhelm Grimm
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 16/09/2022

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Grimms' Fairy Tales stands as a seminal collection in the canon of world literature, embodying an astonishing range of literary styles and themes across its stories. This anthology brings together the legendary narratives that have shaped childhoods and intrigued adult readers for generations. The breadth of the collection showcases a tapestry of moral lessons, fantastical journeys, and the enduring struggle between good and evil, woven into the fabric of fairy tale tradition. The diversity in storytelling, from the dark and macabre to the light-hearted and whimsical, underscores the Grimms' remarkable ability to capture the complexity of human nature and the societal values of their time. The brothers Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, as pioneers in the study of folk tales and folklore, contributed significantly to the preservation of German culture and storytelling heritage. Their meticulous approach to collecting, editing, and publishing these tales in the early 19th century aligned with the Romantic movement's valorization of the folk spirit and national identity. Together, they introduced a literary monument that transcends cultural and temporal boundaries, enabling a diverse array of narratives to coalesce into a singular, monumental work. Grimms' Fairy Tales is an essential anthology for anyone interested in the intersections of folklore, culture, and literature. It provides an unparalleled opportunity to explore the depths of human imagination and the societal values reflected in these tales. Readers are invited to journey through the Grimms' enchanting world, where each story serves as a window into the complex tapestry of human emotions and traditions. This collection is a testament to the rich diversity of storytelling and an enduring source of inspiration and insight for readers, scholars, and storytellers alike.

ISBN:
8596547325833
8596547325833
Category:
Traditional stories (Children's / Teenage)
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
16-09-2022
Language:
English
Publisher:
DigiCat
Jacob Grimm

Jacob Grimm (1785-1863), one half of of the renowned Brothers Grimm, was a German philologist, jurist, and mythologist. He was also a linguist, and discoverer of "Grimms law," and wrote several of the Wests best known fairy tales along with his brother Wilhelm. He was born in the town of Hanau, in what was at the time the Holy Roman Empire. He was a graduate of the University of Marburg.

Wilhelm Grimm

Wilhelm Grimm (1786-1859), German author and cultural researcher, was one half of the Grimm Brothers; authors of some of the most popular and best-known European fairy tales. He was born in the town of Hanau, in what was at the time the Holy Roman Empire. He was a graduate of the University of Marburg.

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