Wilhelm Grimm

Wilhelm Grimm (1786-1859) was a German philologist, linguist, and folklorist, best known for co-founding the Brothers Grimm with his brother Jacob. Together, they collected and published popular folk tales, such as "Cinderella," "Snow White," and "Hansel and Gretel," in their famous collection "Grimm's Fairy Tales." Wilhelm's work had a significant impact on fairy tale literature and the study of folklore. Additionally, he made noteworthy contributions to linguistics, particularly in understanding the historical development of languages. His efforts helped preserve cultural stories and shaped the landscape of children's literature and folklore studies.