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Grimm's Complete Fairy Tales (Illustrated) Kindle Edition

by Brothers Grimm (Author), Margaret Hunt (Translator) Format: Kindle Edition

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The Brothers Grimm: The Complete Fairy Tales is a collection of more than 200 tales by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm.

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The Brothers Grimm, Jacob Ludwig Karl Grimm (1785–1863) and Wilhelm Carl Grimm (1786–1859), were Hessian academics, philologists, cultural researchers, lexicographers and authors who together collected and published folklore during the 19th century. They were among the first and best-known collectors of German and European folk tales.

Among the most popular tales: "Cinderella" ("Aschenputtel"), "The Frog Prince" ("Der Froschkönig"), "The Goose-Girl" ("Die Gänsemagd"), "Hansel and Gretel" ("Hänsel und Gretel"), "Rapunzel", "Little Red Riding Hood" ("Rotkäppchen"), "The Wolf and the Seven Young Goats", "Rumpelstiltskin" ("Rumpelstilzchen"), "Sleeping Beauty" ("Dornröschen"), and "Snow White" ("Schneewittchen").

Many of the Grimms' folk tales have enjoyed enduring popularity. The tales are available in more than 100 languages and have been adapted by filmmakers including Lotte Reiniger and Walt Disney, with films such as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs and Sleeping Beauty.

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The classic edition of 210 ageless tales of myth and magic - one of the most popular collections of fairy tales ever published. --This text refers to the school edition.

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Among the few indispensable, common-property books upon which Western culture can be founded . . . It will be a mistake if this volume is merely bought for a child; it should be, first and foremost, an educational must for adults.
W. H. Auden, The New York Times

Here it is, clear and fine and solid, beautifully and passionately illustrated, this one book other than the Bible that has truly made Western man.
P. L. Travers, The New Republic

Everyone should possess and know Grimm s Fairy Tales one of the great books of the world and no English-speaking person could do better than this edition.
Richard Adams, The New York Times Book Review

[A] splendid edition, admirably illustrated.
Edmund Wilson, The New Yorker --Wordsworth Classics --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

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L. Owens, ed. Presents all 215 stories recorded by the Brothers Grimm, many not available elsewhere, illustrated by renowned artists. Includes such timeless favorites as Cinderella, Rapunzel, and The Frog Prince. A delight for young and old alike. 100 b&w illustrations. 704 pages. --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

From the Author

Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm were German philologists and folklorists.

Ken Mondschein holds a Ph.D in History from Fordham University. --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

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THE FROG-KING, OR IRON HENRY

In olden times when wishing still helped one, there lived a king whose daughters were all beautiful, but the youngest was so beautiful that the sun itself, which has seen so much, was astonished whenever it shone in her face. Close by the King’s castle lay a great dark forest, and under an old lime-tree in the forest was a well, and when the day was very warm, the King’s child went out into the forest and sat down by the side of the cool fountain; and when she was bored she took a golden ball, and threw it up on high and caught it; and this ball was her favorite plaything.

Now it so happened that on one occasion the princess’s golden ball did not fall into the little hand which she was holding up for it, but on to the ground beyond, and rolled straight the water. The King’s daughter followed it with her eyes, but it vanished, and the well was deep, so deep that the bottom could not be seen. At this she began to cry, and cried louder and louder, and could not be comforted. And as she thus lamented, someone said to her: “What ails you, King’s daughter. You weep so that even a stone would show pity.” She looked round to the side from whence the voice came, and saw a frog stretching forth its big, ugly head from the water. “Ah! old water-splasher, is it you?” said she; “I am weeping for my golden ball, which has fallen into the well.”

“Be quiet, and do not weep,” answered the frog, “I can help you, but what will you give me if I bring your plaything up again?” “Whatever you will have, dear frog,” said she—“my clothes, my pearls and jewels, and even the golden crown which I am wearing.”

The frog answered: “I do not care for your clothes, your pearls and jewels, not for your golden crown; but if you will love me and let me be your companion and play-fellow, and sit by you at your little table, and eat off your little golden plate, and drink out of your little cup, and sleep in your little bed—if you will promise me this I will go down below, and bring you your golden ball up again.”

“Oh, yes,” said she, “I promise you all you wish, if you will but bring me my ball back again,” But she thought: “How the silly frog does talk! All he does is to sit in the water with the other frogs, and croak! He can be no companion to any human being!”

But the frog when he had received this promise, put his head into the water and sank down, and in a short while came swimming up again with the ball in his mouth, and threw it on the grass. The King’s daughter was delighted to see her pretty plaything once more, and picked it up, and ran away with it. “Wait, wait,” said the frog. “Take me with you. I can’t run as you can.” But what did it avail him to scream his croak, croak, after her, as loudly as he could? She did not listen to it, but ran home and soon forgot the poor frog, who was forced to go back into his well again.

The next day when she had seated herself at table with the King and all the courtiers, and was eating from her little golden plater, something came creeping splish splash, splish splash, up the marble staircase, and when it had got to the top, it knocked at the door and cried: “Princess, youngest princess, open the door for me.” She ran to see who was outside, but when she opened the door, there sat the frog in front of it. Then she slammed the door to, in great haste, sat down to dinner again, and was quite frightened. The King saw plainly that her heart was beating violently, and saw: “My child, what are you so afraid of? Is there perchance a giant outside who wants to carry you away?” “Ah, no,” replied she, “it is no giant, but a disgusting frog.”

“What does the frog want with you?” “Ah, dear father, yesterday as I was in the forest sitting by the well, playing, my golden ball fell into the water. And because I cried so, the frog brought it out again for me; and because he so insisted, I promised him he should be my companion, but I never thought he would be able to come of his water! And now he is outside there, and wants to come in to me.”

In the meantime it knocked a second time, and cried:

        “Princess! youngest princess!
         Open the door for me!
         Do you not know what you said to me
         Yesterday by the cool waters of the well?
         Princess, youngest princess!
         Open the door for me!”

Then said the King: “That which you have promised must you perform. Go and let him in.” She went and opened the door, and the frog hopped in and followed her, step by step, to her chair. There he sat and cried: “Lift me up beside you.” She delayed, until at last the King commanded her to do it. Once the frog was on the table he said: “Now, push your little golden plate nearer to me that we may together.” She did this, but it was easy to see that she did not do it willingly. The frog enjoyed what he ate, but almost every mouthful she took choked her. At length he said: “I have eaten and am satisfied; now I am tired, carry me into your little room and make your little silken bed ready, and we will both lie down and go to sleep.”

The King’s daughter began to cry, for she was afraid of the cold frog which she did not like to touch, and which was now to sleep in her pretty, clean little bed. But the King grew angry and said: “He who helped you when you were in trouble ought not afterwards to be despised by you.” So she took hold of the frog with two fingers, carried him upstairs, and put him in a corner. But when she was in bed he crept to her and said: “I am tired, I want to sleep as well as you, lift me up or I will tell your father.” At this she was terribly angry, and took him up and threw him with all her might against the wall. “Now, will you be quiet, odious frog,” said she. But when he fell down he was no frog but a king’s son with kind and beautiful eyes. He by her father’s will was now her dear companion and husband. Then he told her how he had been bewitched by a wicked witch, and how no one could have delivered him from the well but herself, and that to-morrow they would go together to his kingdom. Then they went to sleep, and next morning when the sun awoke them, a carriage came driving up with eight white horses, which had white ostrich feathers on their heads, and were harnessed with golden chains, and behind stood the young King’s servant, faithful Henry. Faithful Henry had been so unhappy when his master was changed into a frog, that he had caused three iron bands to be laid round his heart, lest it should burst with grief and sadness. The carriage was to conduct the young King into his kingdom. Faithful Henry helped them both in, and placed himself behind again, and was full of joy because of this deliverance. And when they had driven a part of the way, the King’s son heard a cracking behind him as if something had broken. So he turned round and cried: “Henry, the carriage is breaking.”

“No, master, it is not the carriage. It is a band from my heart, which was put there in my great pain when you were a frog and imprisoned in the well,” Again and once again while they were on their something cracked, and each time the King’s son thought the carriage was breaking; but it was only the bands which were springing from the heart of faithful Henry because his master was set free and was happy. --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

About the Author

"Jacob Ludwig Carl Grimm (1785 - 1863) and Wilhelm Carl Grimm (1786 - 1859) were born in Hanau, Hesse-Kassel, Holy Roman Empire (present-day Germany). After completing school, they joined the University of Marburg where they studied law. They also grew interested in folk poetry, philology, history and began studying medieval German literature. In 1812, they published the first volume of their classic collection, with 86 folk tales, titled Kinder - und Hausmarchen (known as Children s and Household Tales in English). Unlike the romantic, poetical fairy tales, these tales were as beautiful as they were violent and frightening, presenting life as it was. This volume was criticized as it was considered unsuitable for children. The second edition of Children s and Household Tales, commonly known as Grimm s Fairy Tales, had a total of 170 tales published in three volumes. In every successive edition, which was elaborately illustrated, stories were revised, added and subtracted. The seventh edition published in 1850 had a total of 211 tales". --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09HJLYZVM
Publisher ‏ : ‎ (September 28, 2021)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 28, 2021
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 4444 KB
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 410 pages
Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1420932780

Best Sellers Rank: #45,379 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #2 in German Literary Criticism (Kindle Store)
- #3 in Mythology & Folk Tales Literary Criticism
- #4 in German Literary Criticism (Books)

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The Brothers Grimm, Jacob (1785–1863) and Wilhelm (1786–1859), were scholars best known for their lifelong dedication to collecting and publishing ancient German folk tales. Their groundbreaking Kinder- und Hausmärchen (Children’s and Household Tales) was published in seven different editions between 1812 and 1857 and brought to the world’s attention such unforgettable characters as Cinderella, Hansel and Gretel, Rapunzel, and Snow White.

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The classics at a good price

Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2023

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Grimm's Complete Fairy Tales is an enchanting and timeless collection that takes readers on a captivating journey through the magical realms of classic folklore. As a lover of fairy tales, this beautifully compiled book has been a cherished addition to my library.

The book's comprehensive compilation of tales is simply delightful. From the familiar stories of Cinderella, Snow White, and Little Red Riding Hood to lesser-known gems like Rumpelstiltskin and The Frog Prince, the collection offers a rich and diverse tapestry of narratives that have stood the test of time. Each story is thoughtfully presented, preserving the authenticity of the original Grimm brothers' versions while still remaining accessible to modern readers.

One of the highlights of this edition is the meticulous attention to detail in both the storytelling and illustrations. The vivid and evocative imagery transports readers to far-off lands, immersing them in the whimsical worlds of witches, talking animals, and noble princes. The accompanying illustrations beautifully complement the tales, capturing the essence of the characters and their fantastical adventures.

What sets Grimm's Complete Fairy Tales apart is its ability to resonate with readers of all ages. Young readers will delight in the magical escapades, while older ones will appreciate the timeless wisdom and moral lessons embedded within each tale. These stories serve as a reminder of the human experience, teaching us about resilience, kindness, and the consequences of our actions.

While some of the stories might contain darker elements or moral complexities, they add depth to the collection and prompt meaningful discussions on human nature and the complexities of life.

The book's sturdy hardcover and high-quality paper ensure its durability for generations to come. It's a treasure that can be passed down as a cherished family heirloom, fostering a love for storytelling and folklore among younger readers.

In conclusion, Grimm's Complete Fairy Tales is an enchanting anthology that rekindles the magic of classic folklore. Its enduring tales, combined with captivating illustrations, make it an ideal choice for readers of all ages. Whether read aloud to children or enjoyed in solitary moments of reflection, this book continues to captivate the imagination and remains a beloved classic that should be a part of every bookshelf.

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Tyler Sands

Love thess stories, glad to have the complete collection

Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2024

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Always loved the original stories more than the changed, so glad to have this book in my collection now.

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J_Smith

One of my best Amazon purchases

Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2013

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This is the most beautiful newly-printed book I have ever seen.

The book is leather-bound with gorgeous deep burgundy leather and subdued, embossed cover art in two shades of red that continues onto the back cover of the book. The spine of the book would fit into a 200-year-old library if it did not look so clean and undamaged. The page edges are guided gold, and the pages are a light, antique cream color that adds to the book's aesthetics without detracting from the text's readability. Text size is fairly standard and easily readable, line spacing is very nice and readable, and a pleasingly wide margin surrounds all sides of the text. The book includes a roughly .25" wide bright red ribbon bookmark.

Note: The book actually looks much better in person than the Amazon listing's art would lead you to believe. I don't know why the picture on amazon has a large red circular blob on the front of the cover. The actual book looks a bit more subdued, and overall much better.

I hate it when a book looks old, only to have the illusion shattered by a giant "Penguin" or such publisher's logo on the spine or back cover, or a conspicuously white barcode and ISBN number in the middle of the back cover. I was pleased that this book's barcode and isbn info were printed on an easily removable sticker applied to the back cover of the book. With the sticker removed, the book would look at home in the classiest of libraries (the publisher's logo was tasteful adapted into a simple gold-embossed monogram "CC" that was seamlessly matched with the rest of the spine's text).

On top of the book aesthetic features, Grimm's Fairy Tales are an excellent read for children and adults alike. I appreciated that this book contained simply the stories, without page and pages of bulky appendices, editor's notes, and other features that clutter the book without adding anything I would actually use. The book is 652 pages of 201 stories and 10 legends, with only a brief introduction at the beginning. Perfect.

Overall, this book is stunning, and will probably be the most impressive book in most buyers' libraries. If I had paid $44.99 for this book, I still would not have felt ripped off, but at a price of around $16.00 this book is an incredible deal. Of all my purchases on Amazon, this ranks highly among my best.

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Merima

Beautiful keepsake, high quality gift!

Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2023

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I am so happy I purchased this book. The cover is made of leather and the pages are edged in gold. Besides the great stories inside, it would make such a great gift for someone. It seems like it is made of high quality material.

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Beautiful book

Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2024

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The book is beautiful from the outside and the pages inside. I was worried about some of the comments of the paper being to thin. Yes, the paper is not what you would expect a regular book to be. But they are sturdy and fit the book as it is
Love it

Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2024

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I will write a review IF I even get the book. This is the second straight book that has had problems getting through the mail. What is going on? I am giving it 5 stars because I KNOW it's a very good book. Just bad mail service!

Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2024

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Overall a good collection of stories. But a word of caution. These are old original stories, and I clearly see antisemitic storylines. Like it's natural. Way back then, jews may have been seen in a different light. I am not jewish, but if they were seen this way hundreds of years ago in Europe, it is no wonder history turned out the way it did. It's a teachable moment.

Antisemitic sentiment did not begin in Nazi Germany. It has been there for hundreds of years in Europe.

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Jeff

Not for kids

Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2024

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Bought this a story book for the kids. Wife got big mad and told me to read a story out of it.

Great story but not for kids

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Catherine

Excellent quality

Reviewed in Canada on March 6, 2024

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Very nice. Beautiful cover. Pleasantly surprise by how truly great it looks, even better than pictures. Will be giving it as a gift.

João M.

LIVRO MARAVILHOSO!

Reviewed in Brazil on February 9, 2024

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Simplesmente tudo o que eu esperava e mais um pouco, qualidade de construção e impressão impecáveis…

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Alan Gonzalez

Excelente para comenzar tu colección de clásicos.

Reviewed in Mexico on June 15, 2021

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Hermoso libro, sus detalles y diseño espectaculares. Un estilo muy clásico parecido al de los libros de antaño. En cuanto a las historias, están todas las de los hermanos Grimm, con un índice bien estructurado, y con su marcador de libros de tela roja le da ese toque pintoresco. Este libro me ha convencido para hacer crecer mi colección de esta línea de libros con otros clásicos como la recopilación de los cuentos de Hans Christian Andersen, las novelas de Jane Austen y también las de Sherlock Holmes de Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

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