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Grimm's Fairy Tales

Brothers Grimm
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Grimm's Fairy Tales

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

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8+ years

Lexile Level

1090L

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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

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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 However, some find the stories too grim and outdated for modern audiences.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.

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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.

Book Details
Format

Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction

Setting

Germany • 19th Century

Publication Year

1812

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8+ years

Lexile Level

1090L

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