Grimm Tales: For Young and Old

Hardback Published on: 22/10/2020
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Bookseller Reviews

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Grimm Tales
Delightful for all ages
Pullman has selected and retold a wide selection of fairytales, including the firm favourites such as 'Cinderella' and 'Rumplestiltskin', with considerable... READ MORE
Pippa O

Synopsis

A phenomenal bestselling author meets the most magical stories ever told, now in a beautiful clothbound classics edition

In this stunningly designed 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. 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.

Publisher information

  • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
  • ISBN: 9780241472729
  • Number of pages: 448
  • Dimensions: 205 x 136 x 38 mm
  • Weight: 575g
  • Languages: English

Customer Reviews

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Grimm Tales
Pure fairy tale perfection
The Grimm Tales, for young and old, by Philip Pullman was a delight. A retelling of the magical fairy tales of the Grimm Brothers, Pullman weaves in a litt... READ MORE
smithjamest
Grimm Tales
Enchanting collection of celebrated fairytales
Phillip Pullman is one of the most recognized and revered authors, with his bestselling His Dark Materials trilogy and Sally Lockhart series standing out a... READ MORE
Lucinda E
Grimm Tales
Amazing stories. 1 for everyone.
I love these quirky dark tales. I read them again and again. My fav one is the Juniper Tree and it is a popular favourite amongst others. I recommend and i... READ MORE
Book Hoomin
Grimm Tales
Overall, an average effort and a showcase of a writer’s huge ego…
"I want to be God. I want to cause the sun and the moon to rise. I can’t bear it when I see them rising and I haven’t had anything to do with it. But if I ... READ MORE
Amalia Gkavea