Grimm's Fairy Tales

Brothers Grimm

Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | YA | Published in 1812

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Brothers Grimm

Grimm's Fairy Tales

Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | YA | Published in 1812

Book Details

Format

Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction

Setting

Germany • 19th Century

Publication Year

1812

Audience

Super Short Summary

Grimm's Fairy Tales by Brothers Grimm is a collection of traditional folk tales, featuring various short stories like "Cinderella," "Hansel and Gretel," and "Rumpelstiltskin." These stories explore themes such as morality, justice, and human nature through magical and fantastical narratives.

Reviews & Readership

Review Roundup

Grimm's Fairy Tales by the Brothers Grimm remains an enchanting collection that captures the imagination with its dark, moralistic tales. Readers praise its rich, imaginative narratives and cultural significance. However, some find the stories too grim and outdated for modern audiences. Still, its timeless appeal and historical value are widely appreciated.

Who Should Read Grimm's Fairy Tales?

A reader who enjoys Grimm's Fairy Tales by the Brothers Grimm likely has a fascination with classic folklore, moral lessons, and dark, fantastical narratives. Comparable to Hans Christian Andersen's Fairy Tales or Charles Perrault's Histoires ou contes du temps passé, they appreciate timeless, allegorical stories with universal themes.

Fun Facts

Published in 1812, Grimm's Fairy Tales originally had 86 stories, but the collection grew to over 200 tales in later editions.

The stories in Grimm's Fairy Tales were initially meant for adults, with themes and lessons tailored to a mature audience before being adapted for children.

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The Brothers Grimm, Jacob and Wilhelm, collected tales from oral storytellers, aiming to preserve German folklore and culture during a time of burgeoning nationalism.