Grimm's Fairy Tales (Chiltern Classic)

ISBN: 1914602447

Author: Grimm, Wilhelm & Jacob

Condition: New

Chiltern Publishing was formed in 2018 with a vision to create the most beautiful classics. Using a perfect mix of tradition and the very latest in printing techniques, 19th Century quality has met 21st Century technology. With wonderfully detailed covers, sparkling gilt edges, creamy pages, and stitched binding they are the most beautiful classics ever published. Grimms Fairy Tales comprises some 200 stories. The best-known tales include Hansel and Gretel; ;Snow White; Little Red Riding Hood; Sleeping Beauty; Tom Thumb; Rapunzel; The Golden Goose; Rumpelstiltskin. From the land of fantastical castles, vast lakes and deep forests, the Brothers Grimm collected a treasury of enchanting folk and fairy stories full of giants and dwarfs, witches and princesses, magical beasts and cunning children. All hold a timeless magic which has enthralled children for centuries. They had started collecting fairy tales in the hope of discovering some essential truths about the cultural heritage of the common people. During the following years, the brothers began editing the tales to make them more child friendly, opening up an obvious market.