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Experience timeless classics like never before in this Grand Type Collector's Edition With clear, easy-to-read formatting, this edition is designed for readers who prefer or require larger text without sacrificing the excitement of the original. Large Print Features: 18-point font: Generously sized text for maximum readability and comfort. Sans-serif font: Clean, modern typeface designed to reduce visual strain. Italics are bolded: Important emphasis is maintained without thin, hard-to-see lettering. Easy-to-read line lengths: Shorter rows of text (under 45 characters per line) make reading smoother and less tiring. In a world of magic, mystery, and moral lessons, Grimm's Fairy Tales transports readers to enchanted forests, kingdoms, and villages where extraordinary events unfold. Talking animals, cunning witches, and brave heroes and heroines navigate trials that test their courage, wit, and heart. From dark forces to supernatural encounters, each story reveals timeless truths about human nature. Blending the fantastical with the everyday, the tales invite readers to ponder the deeper meanings hidden within their adventures. First published in the early 19th century, Grimm's Fairy Tales remains one of the most influential collections of folklore ever compiled. Jakob and Wilhelm Grimm gathered these stories from oral traditions, preserving cultural heritage and offering a glimpse into the values, fears, and hopes of their time. Their work not only shaped the modern fairy tale but also influenced generations of storytellers, inspiring countless adaptations in literature, film, and art across the world.

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Jakob and Wilhelm Grimm were born in the late 18th century in Hanau, Germany. They faced hardship early in life when their father passed away, forcing them to take responsibility for their family. Both brothers pursued law at the University of Marburg, where they developed a passion for German folklore, sparking their lifelong dedication to preserving oral traditions.The Grimms gained recognition through their Children's and Household Tales, first published in 1812, which became one of the most influential collections of folk tales. They saw these stories as reflections of Germany's national identity. The brothers meticulously revised and expanded their collection, while also pursuing research in linguistics and Germanic philology, contributing significantly to folklore studies.In their later years, the brothers worked on their monumental German Dictionary, though neither lived to complete it. Wilhelm died in 1859, followed by Jakob in 1863. Their legacy endures, with their tales translated into numerous languages and adapted into countless cultural works, preserving their influence in literature and storytelling worldwide. Jakob and Wilhelm Grimm were born in the late 18th century in Hanau, Germany. They faced hardship early in life when their father passed away, forcing them to take responsibility for their family. Both brothers pursued law at the University of Marburg, where they developed a passion for German folklore, sparking their lifelong dedication to preserving oral traditions.The Grimms gained recognition through their Children's and Household Tales, first published in 1812, which became one of the most influential collections of folk tales. They saw these stories as reflections of Germany's national identity. The brothers meticulously revised and expanded their collection, while also pursuing research in linguistics and Germanic philology, contributing significantly to folklore studies.In their later years, the brothers worked on their monumental German Dictionary, though neither lived to complete it. Wilhelm died in 1859, followed by Jakob in 1863. Their legacy endures, with their tales translated into numerous languages and adapted into countless cultural works, preserving their influence in literature and storytelling worldwide.

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