The Three Brothers by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
A brother and his two sons are forced to flee their home after the king's men come looking for them. They travel through a forest where they encounter various obstacles and challenges. The brothers eventually reach a castle, but it turns out to be a trap set by the king. The youngest son is captured and taken away.
By Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm · First published 1812 · Genre: Fairy Tale, Folklore, Fantasy · 783 words
First lines
There was once a man who had three sons, and nothing else in the world but the house in which he lived. Now each of the sons wished to have the house after his father's death; but the father loved them all alike, and did not know what to do. He did not wish to sell the house, because it had belonged to his forefathers, else he might have divided the money amongst them.
At last a plan came into his head, and he said to his sons, "Go into the world, and try each of you to learn a trade. When you all come back, he who makes the best masterpiece shall have the house."
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The Three Brothers is listed on Textopian as a fable by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, dated 1812 CE.
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- Work type: Fable
- Author: Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
- Date: 1812 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fairy Tale, Folklore, Fantasy, Adventure, Moral Story
- Length: 783 words
- Structure: 1 section, 13 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Fairy Tale — The story features elements typical of fairy tales, such as a moral lesson, a challenge to be overcome, and a happy ending.
- Folklore — The narrative is rooted in traditional folklore, with a focus on family, inheritance, and skill.
- Fantasy — The story includes fantastical elements, such as extraordinary skills and feats that defy reality.
- Adventure — The plot involves the characters embarking on a journey to learn trades and prove their skills.
Tags
Fairy Tale · German Folklore · Brothers Grimm · Magic · Fantasy · Adventure · Quest · Good vs Evil · Sacrifice · Loyalty · Family · Sibling Rivalry