ISBN 9780141442228
Rs. 640
Penguin Classics
Grimm Tales for Young and Old
Who it's for: Readers who enjoy classic fairy tales and literary retellings
In this beautiful book of classic fairy tales, award-winning author Philip Pullman has chosen his fifty favourite stories from the Brothers Grimm and presents them in a'clear as water' retelling, in his unique and brilliant voice.From the quests and romance of classics such as 'Rapunzel', 'Snow White' and 'Cinderella' to the danger and wit of such lesser-known tales as 'The Three Snake Leaves', 'Hans-my-Hedgehog' and 'Godfather Death', Pullman brings the heart of each timeless tale to the fore, following with a brief but fascinating commentary on the story's background and history. In his introduction, he discusses how these stories have lasted so long, and become part of our collective storytelling imagination.These new versions show the adventures at their most lucid and engaging yet. Pullman's Grimm Tales of wicked wives, brave children and villainous kings will have you reading, reading aloud and rereading them for many years to come.
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- Fifty classic and lesser-known Grimm tales retold by Philip Pullman
- Includes 'Rapunzel', 'Snow White', 'Cinderella', and more
- Each tale followed by a brief commentary on its background and history
- Introduction discusses why these stories have endured
- Pullman's retellings are described as 'clear as water' and engaging
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How many stories are included in this collection?
Philip Pullman has chosen fifty of his favourite stories from the Brothers Grimm.
Are these the original Grimm tales or retold versions?
They are retold by Philip Pullman in his own unique voice, described as 'clear as water'.
Does the book include any additional material?
Yes, each story is followed by a brief commentary on its background and history, and there is an introduction discussing the tales' enduring appeal.
Which stories are included?
The collection includes classics like 'Rapunzel', 'Snow White', and 'Cinderella', as well as lesser-known tales such as 'The Three Snake Leaves', 'Hans-my-Hedgehog', and 'Godfather Death'.