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The Brothers Grimm: From Enchanted Forests to the Modern World,Used
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Most of the fairy tales that we grew up with we know thanks to the Brothers Grimm. Jack Zipes, one of the more astute critics of fairy tales, explores the romantic myth of the brothers as wandering scholars, who gathered 'authentic' tales from the peasantry. Bringing to bear his own critical expertise as well and new biographical information, Zipes examines the interaction between the Grimms' lives and their work. He reveals the Grimms' personal struggle to overcome social prejudice and poverty, as well as their political effortsas scholars and civil servantstoward unifying the German states. By deftly interweaving the social, political, and personal elements of the lives of the Brothers Grimm, Zipes rescues them from sentimental obscurity. No longer figures in a fairy tale, the Brothers Grimm emerge as powerful creators, real men who established the fairy tale as one of our great literary institutions. Part biography, part critical assessment, and part social history, The Brothers Grimm provides a complex and very real story about fairy tales and the modern world.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Brothers Grimm: From Enchanted Forests to the Modern World'? A: The book explores the lives of the Brothers Grimm and their contributions to fairy tales, examining how their personal struggles and societal context influenced their work.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Jack Zipes, a noted critic of fairy tales and a scholar in the field.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition was published on March 28, 2003.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 384 pages.
- Q: What is the book's condition? A: The item condition is listed as 'Good'.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, this book is a first edition first printing.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is bound in paperback.
- Q: Does the book include any illustrations or images? A: The product details do not specify any illustrations or images included in the book.
- Q: What audience is this book suitable for? A: This book is suitable for readers interested in literary history, fairy tales, and the cultural impact of the Brothers Grimm.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic purposes? A: Yes, it can be used for academic purposes, especially in studies related to literature, cultural history, and folklore.