Wilhelm Grimm

Wilhelm Grimm

Deceased · Born: Feb 24, 1786 · Died: Dec 16, 1859

Personal Details

BornFeb 24, 1786 Hanau, Germany

Biography

Wilhelm Grimm, a renowned German author and scholar, was the younger of the illustrious Brothers Grimm, a duo of esteemed linguists, historians, and folklorists who left an indelible mark on the world of literature and academia.

As the younger sibling of Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm was born on February 24, 1786, in Hanau, Germany. He grew up in a family that valued education and intellectual pursuits, and his early years were marked by a deep fascination with language, literature, and history.

Wilhelm Grimm's academic career was marked by a series of significant milestones, including his graduation from the University of Marburg, where he earned his Ph.D. in law. However, it was his passion for linguistics and literature that ultimately defined his professional trajectory.

Together with his brother Jacob, Wilhelm Grimm embarked on a lifelong quest to document and preserve the rich cultural heritage of Germany, particularly its folklore and fairy tales. Their groundbreaking work, "Kinder- und Hausmärchen" (Children's and Household Tales),published in several volumes between 1812 and 1822, remains a testament to their tireless efforts and dedication to their craft.

Throughout his life, Wilhelm Grimm was recognized for his outstanding contributions to the fields of linguistics, literature, and folklore. He was a member of the Royal Prussian Academy of Sciences and served as the director of the Royal Library in Berlin.

Despite his many achievements, Wilhelm Grimm remained humble and dedicated to his work, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire and captivate audiences around the world.

Career

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2016
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{"id":222611,"title":"Die sechs Schw\u00e4ne","year":"2012","job":"Story","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/die-sechs-schwane","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_222611.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_222611.jpg"},"released":1}
2012
{"id":266701,"title":"Hansel & Gretel","year":"2007","job":"Story","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/hansel-gretel-2007","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_266701.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_266701.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
{"id":48963,"title":"Red Riding Hood","year":"2006","job":"Story","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/red-riding-hood-2006","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_48963.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_48963.jpg"},"released":1}
2006
{"id":119270,"title":"The Fearless Four","year":"1997","job":"Story","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-fearless-four","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_119270.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_119270.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
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{"id":57472,"title":"Blancanieves","year":"1995","job":"Story","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/blancanieves-1995","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_57472.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_57472.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
{"id":27408,"title":"Snow White","year":"1987","job":"Story","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/snow-white-1987","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_27408.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_27408.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
Snow White
Snow White as Story
{"id":225688,"title":"Perinbaba","year":"1985","job":"Novel","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/perinbaba","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_225688.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_225688.jpg"},"released":1}
1985
Perinbaba
Perinbaba as Novel
{"id":162011,"title":"Faerie Tale Theatre","year":"1984","job":"Story","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/faerie-tale-theatre-1984","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_162011.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_162011.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
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1983
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1982
{"id":81302,"title":"Once Upon a Brothers Grimm","year":"1977","job":"Characters","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/once-upon-a-brothers-grimm","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_81302.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_81302.jpg"},"released":1}
1977
{"id":166147,"title":"NET Playhouse","year":"1969","job":"Writer","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/net-playhouse","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_166147.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_166147.jpg"},"released":1}
1969
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1965
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1964
{"id":65995,"title":"The Wonderful World of the Brothers Grimm","year":"1962","job":"Story","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-wonderful-world-of-the-brothers-grimm","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_65995.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_65995.jpg"},"released":1}
1962
{"id":82360,"title":"Tom Thumb","year":"1958","job":"Story","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/tom-thumb","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_82360.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_82360.jpg"},"released":1}
1958
Tom Thumb
Tom Thumb as Story
{"id":126234,"title":"Das singende, klingende B\u00e4umchen","year":"1957","job":"Novel","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/das-singende-klingende-baumchen","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_126234.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_126234.jpg"},"released":1}
1957
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1938