Collected Fairy Tales of the Brothers Grimm

Collected Fairy Tales of the Brothers Grimm is a timeless collection of over 200 classic fairy tales from the renowned 19th century German authors, Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm. This collection includes beloved tales such as “Cinderella,” “Snow White,” “Rapunzel,” “Hansel and Gretel,” and “Rumpelstiltskin,” as well as lesser known tales such as “The Golden Key” and “The Twelve Dancing Princesses.” Each story is carefully translated and adapted for readers of all ages, preserving the original stories’ beauty and charm. A timeless classic, Collected Fairy Tales of the Brothers Grimm is an essential read for any fan of classic literature. With its vast array of stories, this collection will captivate readers of all ages and backgrounds and will remain a treasured family read for years to come. This volume uses the 1884 translations by Margaret Hunt (1831-1912), originally published in the multivolume Grimm's Household Tales.Jacob Grimm (1785-1863) and Wilhelm Grimm (1786–1859) were German scholars and authors of some of the most iconic and beloved fairytales of all time. They redefined the genre of children’s literature with their famous collections of stories, known as the Brothers Grimm, which contain some of the best-known tales such as Snow White, Cinderella, and Hansel and Gretel. The brothers were born in Hanover, Germany, and both attended the University of Marburg, where they studied law. They were both passionate about literature and history, and began to research and collect German folklore and fairy tales. They published their first collection of stories, Children's and Household Tales, in 1812. This was followed by two more volumes of tales, which were published in 1815 and 1857. Their work has been translated into more than 160 languages and has been adapted into films and television shows. Their stories have become a part of popular culture, inspiring books, films, plays, and more. The Brothers Grimm have become a beloved part of the literary canon, and their stories will continue to be enjoyed by readers of all ages for generations to come.Margaret Raine Hunt (1831–1912) was a British novelist, best remembered today for her definitive translation of the Brothers Grimm Fairy Tales, published in 1884. She was the wife of noted artist Alfred William Hunt and mother of feminist novelist Isobel Violet Hunt. Read more