Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, often celebrated as the Brothers Grimm, were German scholars and folklorists born in the late 18th century. Jacob was born in 1785, and Wilhelm followed in 1786. They are best known for their collection of fairy tales, which includes beloved stories like "Cinderella," "Hansel and Gretel," and "Snow White." Their work was not merely for entertainment; it aimed to preserve the oral traditions of German folklore and to explore the cultural roots of their homeland. The brothers dedicated their lives to linguistics, philology, and the study of folklore, leaving a lasting legacy in both literature and the academic world.
Their enchanting tales have been cherished by generations, captivating the imaginations of both children and adults alike. Through their writings, they have transported readers to a world of magic and wonder, making the ordinary extraordinary. As you explore their work in this app, you'll find not just stories, but a glimpse into the rich tapestry of human experience and the timeless nature of storytelling. Enjoy the journey through their enchanting narratives!
El viaje de Pulgarcito
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Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
Un sastre tenía un hijo, que había nacido tan pequeño, que no era mayor que un pulgar. Por eso se llamaba Pulgarcito…
Nuestro Señor y el ganado del diablo
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Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
Dios Nuestro Señor había creado todos los animales y elegido a los lobos para que le sirvieran de perros; sólo que se h…
La bola de cristal
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Érase una vez una bruja que tenía tres hijos; los tres hermanos se querían fraternalmente, pero la vieja desconfiaba …
Children's Short Works, Vol. 042
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Phyllis Brown and Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
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La dama duende
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Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
Vivía una vez una muchachita muy testaruda e indiscreta, que nunca obedecía a sus padres. ¿Cómo queréis q…
Children's Short Works, Vol. 039
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Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
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Children's Short Works, Vol. 036
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Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 036: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Libr…
El hijo ingrato
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Un día estaba un hombre sentado con su mujer a la puerta de su casa, y se hallaban comiendo con mucho gusto un pollo, el primero que …
Children's Short Works, Vol. 035
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Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 035: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Libr…
El cuento de los despropósitos
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Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
Eran los tiempos del mundo al revés. Una vez vi que de un hilillo de seda pendían Roma y el Palacio de Letrán; que un h…
El pájaro emplumado
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Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
Erase una vez un maestro de brujos que tomó la figura de un pobre hombre e iba ante las puertas de las casas pidiendo, y apre saba…
Los ducados caídos del cielo
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Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
Érase una vez una niña que había perdido a su padre y a su madre, y se quedó tan pobre, que no tenía ni u…
Children's Short Works, Vol. 037
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Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 037: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Libr…
Las tres hilanderas
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Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
Érase una niña muy holgazana que no quería hilar. Ya podía desgañitarse su madre, no había modo de…
Children's Short Works, Vol. 043
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Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
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Children's Short Works, Vol. 040
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Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 040: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Libr…
La llave de oro
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Un día de invierno en que una espesa capa de nieve cubría la tierra, un pobre muchacho hubo de salir a buscar leña con …
El vasito de la madre de Dios
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Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
Una vez un carretero llevaba su carro bien cargado de vino, y se le atascó de tal manera que no era capaz de sacarlo del atollader…
La rosa
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Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
Érase una mujer pobre que tenía dos hijos, el menor de los cuales había de salir todos los días al bosque a busc…
Blanche Neige (Version 2)
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Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
La fin du célébrissime conte des Frères Grimm est aussi peu « waltdisneyienne » que possible…Traductio…