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Grimm's Fairy Stories
Jacob GrimmWilhelm Grimm
出版DigiCat, 2022-05-28
主題Fiction / ClassicsReference / General
ISBNEAN:8596547023470
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=awFzEAAAQBAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋Grimm's Fairy Stories weaves an enchanting tapestry of folklore that peeks into the vibrant stratum of early 19th-century Germanic storytelling tradition. At its core, the collection is an homage to the mystical narrative, honed with a literary style that simultaneously captivates children and adults alike. The Grimm brothers meticulously preserved oral fables with their inherent moral lessons and supernatural elements, while also imbuing them with literary sophistication. This tome of fairy tales, with its exquisitely drawn princesses, wiccans, and an array of fantastical beings, is not merely a retelling, but a legacy of the European narrative art form set against the backdrop of the Romantic movement's valorization of folklore and natural wisdom. Jacob Grimm, alongside his brother Wilhelm, embarked on a mission to document the fading oral tradition of Germanic folktales, believing in the cultural importance of these narratives. Grimm, an academic with a profound interest in philology and myth, set out to preserve these stories in their purest form. The brothers' scholarly approach underscored a deep reverence for the authenticity of the tales, as well as a recognition of their pedagogical value. The stories in this collection stand as a testament to Jacob's dedication to capturing the zeitgeist of his era and the cultural ethos of German-speaking peoples. Grimm's Fairy Stories is recommended for those who cherish the whimsy of fairy tales as much as they value the study of cultural heritage. The book is suited for readers who seek both escape into the fantastical and insight into the moral and social constructs reflected in these age-old narratives. Grimm's meticulous preservation of folktales offers a timeless trove that illuminates the human condition, rendering this collection an essential addition to the library of both the casual reader and the discerning scholar.