'In oldentimes, when wishing still helped, there lived a king whose daughters were all beautiful. ' 'The Frog King', Complete Fairy TalesYour favourite fantastic Grimm fairy tales and bedtime stories in the only complete edition of this classic collection. Wolves and grandmothers, ugly sisters, a house made of bread, a goose made of gold.

the folk tales collected by the Grimm brothers created an astonishingly influential imaginative world. However, this is also a world where a woman serves her stepson up in a stew, a man marries a snake, a princess sleeps with a frog, and an evil queen dances to death in a pair of burning shoes. Violent, funny, disturbing, wise and sometimes beautiful, these stories have intrigued children, adults, scholars, psychologists and artists for centuries.

The only complete edition available of the most famous collection of fairy tales ever published, this collection features the 279 stories in an acclaimed, modern, unexpurgated translation. Now featuring an introduction from translator Jack Zipes.

Why You Should Read?

• Features the only complete edition of 279 stories in an acclaimed, modern, unexpurgated translation.
• Explores compelling themes and rich character development.
• Features stories with unique narrative voices that resonate with readers.
• Presents a world of stories, including the violent and disturbing alongside the beautiful and wise, which has intrigued readers for centuries.

About the Author

The Brothers Grimm are renowned German academics, best known for their collection of folk tales. They are credited with popularizing fairy tales, which were originally passed down orally. Their meticulous research and preservation of traditional stories have made an enduring impact on literature and cultural understanding. The Brothers Grimm's work continues to captivate readers of all ages.