Household Stories by the Brothers Grimm by Jacob Grimm and Wilhelm Grimm

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Author Grimm, Jacob, 1785-1863
Author Grimm, Wilhelm, 1786-1859
Illustrator Crane, Walter, 1845-1915
Translator Crane, Lucy, 1842-1882
Title Household Stories by the Brothers Grimm
Credits Produced by Suzanne Shell, Melissa Er-Raqabi and the Online
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Summary "Household Stories" by the Brothers Grimm is a collection of fairy tales likely written in the early 19th century. This anthology encompasses classic tales that have captivated audience generations, featuring enchanting narratives with whimsical characters, moral lessons, and fantastical events. Some of the notable characters include clever children, magical animals, and mystical beings as they navigate the challenges posed by wickedness, love, and destiny. The opening portion introduces several captivating tales, starting with "The Rabbit's Bride," where a young girl is taken by a rabbit after trying to shoo him from her mother's garden. It also presents "Six Soldiers of Fortune," detailing a man's quest to recruit unique companions for adventures. Other stories include "Clever Grethel," who cunningly outsmarts her master, and "The Death of the Hen," which recounts a tale of loss and mourning. Each story embodies themes of cleverness, adventure, and the struggle between good and evil, setting the stage for the delightful and often moralistic world of Grimm's fairy tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Fairy tales -- Germany
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EBook-No. 19068
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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