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The Complete Grimm's Fairy Tales

Wilhelm Grimm, Jacob Grimm
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The Complete Grimm's Fairy Tales

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1976

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Wilhelm Grimm, Jacob Grimm

The Complete Grimm's Fairy Tales

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1976
Book Details
Pages

880

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Publication Year

1976

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12+ years

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The Complete Grimm's Fairy Tales by Wilhelm Grimm and Jacob Grimm compiles over 200 traditional German folktales. This collection includes well-known stories such as "Cinderella," "Rumpelstiltskin," and "Snow White," preserving the cultural heritage and moral lessons of the time. The tales often feature themes of transformation, justice, and cleverness.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

214,720 ratings

81%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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The Complete Grimm's Fairy Tales by Wilhelm and Jacob Grimm captivates with its rich collection of timeless tales. Praised for their imaginative narratives and historical value, the stories offer both enchantment and insight into human nature. However, readers should be prepared for the original, often darker tones which contrast with sanitized modern adaptations.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Complete Grimm's Fairy Tales?

A reader who enjoys The Complete Grimm's Fairy Tales by Wilhelm and Jacob Grimm likely has a passion for classic folklore, enchanting tales, and historical literature. Comparable to fans of Arabian Nights and Aesop's Fables, they appreciate timeless storytelling filled with moral lessons, mythical creatures, and cultural heritage.

4.3

214,720 ratings

81%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

880

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Publication Year

1976

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12+ years

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