For most children, reading the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm is an essential experience; but when these stories were first collected, fairy tales were considered entertainment for adults as well. This edition of Grimm’s Fairy Tales brings together the best-known fairy and folk tales set down by the Brothers Grimm, including “Sleeping Beauty,� “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,� “Little Red Riding Hood,� “Hansel and Gretel,� “The Frog-Prince,� and “Rumpelstiltskin,� in a package aimed at readers returning to the beloved stories of their youth.   

A beautiful clothbound hardback gift edition of one of the world's most beloved stories. I'm Death, and I make sure that everyone is equal. 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. From classics such as 'The Frog-Prince' and 'Hansel and Grettel' to the delights of 'Ashputtel' or 'Old Sultan', all hold a timeless magic which has enthralled children for centuries.

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. From classics such as 'The Frog-Prince' and 'Hansel and Grettel' to the delights of 'Ashputtel' or 'Old Sultan', all hold a timeless magic which has enthralled children for centuries.

"Grimm's Fairy Tales," by Wilhelm and Jacob Grimm, is part of the "Barnes & Noble Classics"" "series, which offers quality editions at affordable prices to the student and the general reader, including new scholarship, thoughtful design, and pages of carefully crafted extras. Here are some of the remarkable features of "Barnes & Noble Classics": New introductions commissioned from today's top writers and scholars Biographies of the authors Chronologies of contemporary historical, biographical, and cultural events Footnotes and endnotes Selective discussions of imitations, parodies, poems, books, plays, paintings, operas, statuary, and films inspired by the work Comments by other famous authors Study questions to challenge the reader's viewpoints and expectations Bibliographies for further reading Indices & Glossaries, when appropriateAll editions are beautifully designed and are printed to superior specifications; some include illustrations of historical interest. "Barnes & Noble Classics "pulls together a constellation of influences-biographical, historical, and literary-to enrich each reader's understanding of these enduring works.
With the words "Once upon a time," the Brothers Grimm transport readers to a timeless realm where witches, giants, princesses, kings, fairies, goblins, and wizards fall in love, try to get rich, quarrel with their neighbors, and have magical adventures of all kinds-and in the process reveal essential truths about human nature.
When Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm set out to collect stories in the early 1800s, their goal was not to entertain children but to preserve Germanic folklore-and the hard life of European peasants was reflected in the tales theydiscovered. However, once the brothers saw how the stories entranced young readers, they began softening some of the harsher aspects to make them more suitable for children.
A cornerstone of Western culture since the early 1800s, "Grimm's Fairy Tales" is now beloved the world over. This collection of more than 120 of the Grimms' best tales includes such classics as "Cinderella," "Snow White," "Hansel and Grethel," "Rapunzel," "Rumpelstiltskin," "Little Red Riding Hood," and "The Frog Prince," as well as others that are no less delightful.
Elizabeth Dalton is Professor of English and Comparative Literature at Barnard College. She has published fiction and criticism in "The New Yorker," "Partisan Review," "Commentary," and "The New York Times Book Review,"

This title is suitable for children aged 7 to 9 years old. Once upon a time, there were two brothers, Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, who gave the world some of the best-loved fairy tales ever written. From "Cinderella and Rumpelstiltskin" to "Snow White" and "The Brave Little Tailor", this charming anthology offers young readers a wonderful introduction to 12 of the Grimms' most popular stories.

When a miracle child is born, she is named Thumbelina, as she is only the size of a thumb. Though Thumbelina is very small, she overcomes her many problems courageously.

Hansel and Gretal are abandoned in the woods by their wicked stepmother. Lost, hungry and exhausted, they come across a strange house made of sweets. This is a wonderful sight for two hungry children, but they soon find out the owner is a wicked witch with her own ideas about what is tasty.

The Brothers Grimm collected some of Europe's most popular folk tales, immortalizing stories whose origin goes way back in time. This book, with beautiful watercolors by the imaginative illustrator Francesca Rossi, gathers ten of their most famous and magical works. Children will love meeting such favorite characters as Cinderella, the Brementown musicians, Hansel and Gretel, Rapunzel, and Snow White.

Mischievous, lazy, and full of tricks, the puppet Pinocchio causes trouble for his creator, Geppetto, almost as soon as he is created. Yet, more than anything, this naughty and playful creature wants to become a real boy. To make his dreams come true, he must prove himself worthy. Come along on Pinocchio's amazing journey as he learns - the hard way - what it means to be honest, kind, and, above all, human.With "Classic Starts[trademark]", young readers can experience the wonder of these timeless stories from an early age. Abridged for easier reading and carefully rewritten, each classic novel is filled with all the magic and excitement that made the original story a beloved favourite.

The sweet and kind Little Red Riding Hood sets off through the woods to her sick grandmother's hosue with a basket of food. On the way, she forgets her mother's instructions not to wander off the path and when she finally arrives at grandmother's house something is not quite right. Fortunately, an observant hunter passing by discovers their dilemma and sets things right. These days, Little Red Riding Hood listens to her mother.

Beauty and the Beast - All Four Versions includes the original, adult-oriented edition of the story by Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve (translated from the French by James Robinson Planche), the simplified and shortened version by Jeanne-Marie Leprince De Beaumont which appeared sixteen years later - the basis for all future versions, the Brothers Grimm adaptation and a somewhat forgotten version by Victorian folklorist and anthropologist Andrew Lang.

A fabulous collection of 52 of the classic Brothers Grimm fairy tales. The tales in the book have been profusely illustrated in black and white and many coloured plates with the brilliant, whimsical illustrations of Helen Stratton. Pook Press celebrates the great Golden Age of Illustration in children's literature. Many of the earliest children's books, particularly those dating back to the 1850s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Pook Press are working to republish these classic works in high quality, colour editions, using the original text and artwork so these works can delight another generation of children.

When a mother has to leave her seven kids at home while she gathers food, she warns them not to open the door unless they know it is her. A devious wolf outwits the kids by mimicking their mother and they open the door to a nasty surprise. However, a wolf with a belly full of kids in no match for an angry mum.

Beauty and the Beast - All Four Versions includes the original, adult-oriented edition of the story by Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve (translated from the French by James Robinson Planche), the simplified and shortened version by Jeanne-Marie Leprince De Beaumont which appeared sixteen years later - the basis for all future versions, the Brothers Grimm adaptation and a somewhat forgotten version by Victorian folklorist and anthropologist Andrew Lang.

Ten different versions of Beauty and the Beast in one volume: Cupid and Psyche by Lucius Apuleius, Beauty and the Beast by Joseph Jacobs, Beauty and the Beast by Jeanne-Marie LePrince de Beaumont, The Singing, Springing Lark by Brothers Grimm, East of the Sun and West of the Moon by Peter Christen Asbjornsen and Jorgen Moe, The Small-Tooth Dog by Sidney Oldall Addy, The Enchanted Tsarevich by Leonard Magnus, Beauty and the Beast by Andrew Lang, Beauty and the Beast by Charles Lamb and The Prince Who Was Changed into a Snake by Lucy Mary Jane Garnett.

Ten different versions of Beauty and the Beast in one volume: Cupid and Psyche by Lucius Apuleius, Beauty and the Beast by Joseph Jacobs, Beauty and the Beast by Jeanne-Marie LePrince de Beaumont, The Singing, Springing Lark by Brothers Grimm, East of the Sun and West of the Moon by Peter Christen Asbjornsen and Jorgen Moe, The Small-Tooth Dog by Sidney Oldall Addy, The Enchanted Tsarevich by Leonard Magnus, Beauty and the Beast by Andrew Lang, Beauty and the Beast by Charles Lamb and The Prince Who Was Changed into a Snake by Lucy Mary Jane Garnett.

29 versions of Cinderella in one volume: 'The Cat Cinderella,' 'The Little Glass Slipper,' 'Aschenputtel,"The Baba Yaga,' 'The Little Glass Slipper,' 'Katie Woodencloak,' 'Tattercoats,"Ashey Pelt,' 'The Sharp Grey Sheep,"Rashin-Coatie,' 'Cap O'Rushes,"The Hearth Cat,"The Princess and The Golden Shoes,' 'The Twelve Months,' 'Yeh-Shen,' 'Kongji and Patzzi,' 'Bawang Putih And Bawang Merah,' 'The Story of Tam and Cam,' 'Fair, Brown, and Trembling,' and more ...

29 versions of Cinderella in one volume: 'The Cat Cinderella,' 'The Little Glass Slipper,' 'Aschenputtel,"The Baba Yaga,' 'The Little Glass Slipper,' 'Katie Woodencloak,' 'Tattercoats,' 'Ashey Pelt,' 'The Sharp Grey Sheep,"Rashin-Coatie,' 'Cap O'Rushes,' 'The Hearth Cat,' 'The Princess and The Golden Shoes,' 'The Twelve Months,' 'Yeh-Shen,' 'Kongji and Patzzi,' 'Bawang Putih And Bawang Merah,' 'The Story of Tam and Cam,' 'Fair, Brown, and Trembling,' and more ...