Description
Fifty-two of the Brothers Grimms' iconic fairy tales are now available together in this beautiful collectible edition.
In the early 19th century, the Grimm brothers set out to collect folktales from Germany and other parts of Europe, publishing them in a book titled Children's and Household Tales. By the 20th century, that book was the second most read book in Germany after the Bible.
With classic stories like "Rapunzel," "Hansel and Gretel," "Snow White," "The Frog Prince," and "Rumpelstiltskin," these fairy tales have shaped childhood imaginations for centuries.
This timeless collection includes:
"Snow White"
"Hansel and Gretel"
"Rapunzel"
"The Golden Goose"
"Rumpelstiltskin"
"Sleeping Beauty"
"The Frog King"
"Cinderella"
And more!
About the Author
Jacob (1785-1863) and Wilhelm (1786-1859) Grimm were two German brothers who are best known for their collection of fairy tales. After studying law and linguistics, the brothers began collecting folktales and published their first volume in 1812. These tales became wildly popular and have been published in over 100 different languages, influencing children's literature and pop culture around the world. In addition to their academic contributions, the brothers were supporters of the nationalistic movement in Germany and played a role in shaping German cultural identity through their work.
Wilhelm (1786-1859) and Jacob (1785-1863) Grimm were two German brothers who are best known for their collection of fairy tales. After studying law and linguistics, the brothers began collecting folktales and published their first volume in 1812. These tales became wildly popular and have been published in over 100 different languages, influencing children's literature and pop culture around the world. In addition to their academic contributions, the brothers were supporters of the nationalistic movement in Germany and played a role in shaping German cultural identity through their work.
Book Information
ISBN 9781665975308
Author Jacob Grimm
Format Hardback
Page Count 528
Imprint Aladdin
Publisher Simon & Schuster
Series The Essential European Fairy Tales Collection
Weight(grams) 558g
Dimensions(mm) 210mm * 140mm * 51mm
In the early 19th century, the Grimm brothers set out to collect folktales from Germany and other parts of Europe, publishing them in a book titled Children's and Household Tales. By the 20th century, that book was the second most read book in Germany after the Bible.
With classic stories like "Rapunzel," "Hansel and Gretel," "Snow White," "The Frog Prince," and "Rumpelstiltskin," these fairy tales have shaped childhood imaginations for centuries.
This timeless collection includes:
"Snow White"
"Hansel and Gretel"
"Rapunzel"
"The Golden Goose"
"Rumpelstiltskin"
"Sleeping Beauty"
"The Frog King"
"Cinderella"
And more!
About the Author
Jacob (1785-1863) and Wilhelm (1786-1859) Grimm were two German brothers who are best known for their collection of fairy tales. After studying law and linguistics, the brothers began collecting folktales and published their first volume in 1812. These tales became wildly popular and have been published in over 100 different languages, influencing children's literature and pop culture around the world. In addition to their academic contributions, the brothers were supporters of the nationalistic movement in Germany and played a role in shaping German cultural identity through their work.
Wilhelm (1786-1859) and Jacob (1785-1863) Grimm were two German brothers who are best known for their collection of fairy tales. After studying law and linguistics, the brothers began collecting folktales and published their first volume in 1812. These tales became wildly popular and have been published in over 100 different languages, influencing children's literature and pop culture around the world. In addition to their academic contributions, the brothers were supporters of the nationalistic movement in Germany and played a role in shaping German cultural identity through their work.
Book Information
ISBN 9781665975308
Author Jacob Grimm
Format Hardback
Page Count 528
Imprint Aladdin
Publisher Simon & Schuster
Series The Essential European Fairy Tales Collection
Weight(grams) 558g
Dimensions(mm) 210mm * 140mm * 51mm
