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The Fairy Tales. Grimm & Andersen 2 in 1. 40th Ed.
Hardcover, 6.1 x 8.5 in., 3.20 lb, 512 pages
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The world’s most beloved fairy tales by the Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen are here in one precious anthology. Classically illustrated, each tale has explanatory essays, introductions, and an appendix with extended artist biographies. This collection is a feast for the eyes and a pleasure to read. A must for every family library.
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Customer reviews (9)
Enchanted Worlds
Selected fairy tales by the Brothers Grimm and Andersen in a new edition
More than 200 years ago, two brothers from Kassel, Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, published the first volume of their collection of German folktales. Over time the stories in their collection grew until finally they numbered 200 fairy tales and ten legends. What was initially an attempt to preserve German traditions for posterity is today the most widely read collection of stories after the Bible. From Snow White to Cinderella and Rapunzel to Rumpelstiltskin, the Brothers Grimm left behind a canon of fairy tales that have become classics of children’s literature, part of the UNESCO world heritage, and an indispensable piece of our history and culture.Hans Christian Andersen’s own life seemed to be out of a fairy tale—Charles Dickens was among his friends and admirers, and European princes held him in high regard. Through determination, talent, many a fortunate coincidence, and an exuberant imagination, he came out of impoverished circumstances to write himself into world literature. A fairytale kingdom without Andersen would be very impoverished itself and would have to do without characters such as the Snow Queen, the Princess and the Pea, Thumbelina or the Little Match Girl, but also many previously inanimate items which Andersen brought to life: silver shillings and darning needles, and especially his Steadfast Tin Soldier.
The Grimms’ and Andersen’s tales have inspired generations of artists, and each fairy tale in this volume is colorfully interpreted by a famous illustrator: legends such as Kay Nielsen (a leading exponent of the Golden Age of Illustration that ended in the 1920s), the Arts and Crafts master Walter Crane, Arthur Rackham, and the Swiss commercial artist Herbert Leupin. Alongside are silhouettes from historical publications as well as new vignettes that were made especially for this edition, which dance across the pages in an intricate shadow play. Introductory essays, on the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm as reflected in art and on Andersen as the heart and soul of the modern fairy tale, complement these flights of fancy, as do the short summaries on each fairy tale and artists’ biographies.
This double-sided book contains the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm on one side and Hans Christian Andersen’s tales on the other, each with its own cover. The following fairy tales are included:
The Brothers Grimm:
The Frog Prince, The Wolf and the Seven Little Goats, Rapunzel, Hansel and Gretel, The Brave Little Tailor, Cinderella, Mother Holle, Little Red Riding Hood, The Bremen Town Musicians, The Shoemaker and the Elves, Tom Thumb’s Travels, Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, Rumpelstiltskin, The Three Feathers, The Golden Goose, The Goose Girl, The Twelve Dancing Princesses, The Star Coins, The Hare and the Hedgehog, Puss ’n Boots
Hans Christian Andersen:
The Princess and the Pea, The Nightingale, The Swineherd, The Emperor’s New Clothes, Twelve by Mail Coach, The Steadfast Tin Soldier, The Snow Queen, Ole Shut-Eye, The Ugly Duckling, Little Ida’s Flowers, The Shepherdess and the Chimney Sweep, The Flying Trunk, The Little Match Girl, The Tinderbox
The Fairy Tales. Grimm & Andersen 2 in 1. 40th Ed.
Hardcover, 6.1 x 8.5 in., 3.20 lb, 512 pages
ISBN 978-3-8365-8327-5
Edition: English
Edition: English
TASCHEN is 40! Since we started our work as cultural archaeologists in 1980, TASCHEN has become synonymous with accessible publishing, helping bookworms around the world curate their own library of art, anthropology, and aphrodisia at an unbeatable price. Today we celebrate 40 years of incredible books by staying true to our company credo. The 40 series presents new editions of some of the stars of our program—now more compact, friendly in price, and still realized with the same commitment to impeccable production.
Customer reviews (9)
An instant keepsake
Elizabeth, June 23, 2022
The illustrations are gorgeous, the stories are classic, and the book is beautifully bound and presented. My nieces were thrilled to receive what has to be the most read book in their house now.
Wonderful book!
Bianca, October 28, 2021
This is an incredible fairytales book for children and adults that will enchant you on the spot with great illustrations!
I loved the fact there is a great edition to exhibit Grimm Brothers and Andersen in the same volume, not to mention the details about the authors.
Just a beautiful finding on TASCHEN!
I loved the fact there is a great edition to exhibit Grimm Brothers and Andersen in the same volume, not to mention the details about the authors.
Just a beautiful finding on TASCHEN!
Back to childhood
Rosa-Mari, October 27, 2021
When I was a little girl I was given a wonderful book with the fairy tails of Grimm. I read and re-read it. One day my little brother had to undergo a small operation in hospital and to comfort him I lent him one of my most loved belongings: this book.
When my parents went to get him home from hospital I immediately realized that my book was missing...
In buying this book I tried to capture the feeling I had then. It is a lovely book and I enjoy paging through it.
When my parents went to get him home from hospital I immediately realized that my book was missing...
In buying this book I tried to capture the feeling I had then. It is a lovely book and I enjoy paging through it.
The Fairy Tales - Amazing artwork
Andrei, October 27, 2021
The stories presented in this book, which are well-known to almost all individuals across Europe, have been a source of inspiration to many great writers and to many story-telling aficionados alike. We love it as parents, we enjoy it as grown ups with hearts of children. The artwork behind all these stories is simply poetic, it creates a world of colors and peace which helps a lot in times of need. Enjoy it!
Charming book
Elisabeth, October 27, 2021
Absolutely loved this book of well known fairy tales. Beautifully illustrated and brought back memories of childhood.
Format etwas unübersichtlich
Thomas, October 29, 2021
Habe mir persönlich von den Illustrationen aufgrund der sehr geschickten Werbeanzeige etwas mehr erhofft. Dennoch Kaufempfehlung für Vorlese-Eltern, die ihren Kindern mehr als nur Disney nahe bringen wollen.
Wunderschön
Karla, October 29, 2021
Eine wunderbare Ausgabe mit hochwertigen Illustrationen, die man sogar wenden kann!
Utile
Lucille, October 29, 2021
Livre recto verso, super produit
Un classique !
Un classique !
El primer libro
Pablo, October 27, 2021
Ha sido un regalo para mi joven sobrina nieta, su primer libro de autentica lectura