The Brothers Grimm, Jacob (1785-1863) and Wilhelm (1786-1859), were German scholars and cultural researchers who are best known for their collection of fairy tales. Their famous anthology, "Grimm's Fairy Tales," includes over 200 traditional German folk stories, such as "Cinderella," "Hansel and Gretel," and "Snow White." The brothers began collecting and publishing these tales in the early 19th century, and their work played a major role in preserving German folk culture and literature. The stories were not originally intended for children, but they became popular with young readers and have since become a staple of children's literature around the world. In addition to their work as collectors of folklore, the Brothers Grimm were also respected scholars of language and linguistics, and they played an important role in the development of Germanic philology. Their legacy continues to be felt today in both the world of children's literature and the academic study of language and culture.
