Three Languages

by Ivan Chermayeff (Illustrator), Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm

Having learned the languages of dogs, birds, and frogs, the young Count is able to recover a valuable treasure and be chosen as the new Pope

Genres: Short Stories, Fiction, Classics, Fantasy, Childrens, Fairy Tales

30 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1812

Reviews

[Wren (fablesandwren) · Rating 2 out of 5]

I have the complete set of the Grimm Fairy-Tales, and there are so many that I haven’t read! They are very short, as one would know, so I have decided to read each one and give them a review. Some are very vulgar, some are very cute and some don’t even make sense. Some of them are well known fairy-tales and some have never been told. Some are fairy-tales we know but are not the same because they have been downplayed for the children.

So this story is practically about how useless information can actually be useful. I think it’s a good read.

[Genevieve · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a cute story of a boy whose father thought he was stupid but who went on to do good things.

[Lör K. · Rating 1 out of 5]

Rating: 0/5

By far the worst Brothers Grimm story I have read.

A man cannot learn anything, but learns the languages of dogs, birds and frogs. He gets kicked out. He gets adopted. He goes travelling. He becomes Pope.

That's it. That's the story. By far, this story seems to be almost uncompleted and was a total drag to read. A shame I started my reading session for the Brothers Grimm with this.

[Vaishali · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short and sweet, but incredibly well-crafted. A magical tale of truth, innocence, and karma.

[James · Rating 2 out of 5]

It was an ok book, nothing special. A short story about a man who could talk to and hear animals speak.

[Caroline · Rating 3 out of 5]

Don't listen to people who call you stupid, they just don't see your unique talent.

[Jana · Rating 4 out of 5]

Teaches you that nothing is too unimportant to learn. It might be helpful in the future. Stuff including life anyway. Maybe not always school subjects.

[Joseph Knecht · Rating 2 out of 5]

Sometimes all you need to know is the right languages.

[Sukriti · Rating 3 out of 5]

Jacob Grimm, alongside his brother Wilhelm, is renowned for compiling "Grimm's Fairy Tales," a collection of German folktales. This book is a captivating journey into the heart of folklore, presenting a mixture of enchanting and sometimes dark stories that have fascinated readers for generations. Grimm's work is not just a mere collection of tales; it's a profound exploration of the human condition, morals, and the cultural heritage of Germany. The stories range from the well-loved "Cinderella" and "Snow White" to the less known but equally intriguing tales. Each story is a masterpiece of fantasy, imbued with timeless themes and moral lessons, making this book a valuable treasure for both young and adult readers. Jacob Grimm's contribution through this compilation has left an indelible mark on literature and continues to inspire the imagination of readers worldwide.

[Amelia Bujar · Rating 4 out of 5]

FULL REVIEW ON MY WEBSITE
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The original tale is much better but also darker then the version kids see.

It is different but not that different from what you might remember from first hearing this tale as a kid.

The plot here are very good but also dark which is the mix which I personally like a lot.

The writing style here was very old and you could feel the vibe of old the Europe which was amazing for me.

[dolly · Rating 3 out of 5]

an excerpt of 'the three languages' was included in Lemony Snicket: The Unauthorized Autobiography and i'd never heard of the story before so i had to continue reading it. definitely strange, like all grimm fairytales, but one of the more enjoyable ones, for sure!!

[April Helms · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really liked this story. Here, a father tries to send his son to different masters to learn skills but is bitterly disappointed when his son "only" picks up the skill to learn how to talk to dogs, to frogs and to doves. However, the young man's talent with these other languages winds up coming in handy and even earns him a fortune and a higher standing. The lesson- the oddest skills can come in handy, and it never hurts to learn other forms of communication.

[Paige · Rating 2 out of 5]

Meh. That is all I have to really say. I have the whole grimm fairy tales collection and brought it upon myself to read each and everyone and give them a review.

I love the lesson this story has but unlike most grimm tales, it is lacking a little meat in its bones. Not one of their best at all. Was little disappointed.

[Divia · Rating 2 out of 5]

This story started off so funny with the declaration that the Count had a stupid son. Clearly he was not stupid. His abilities were just different. He mastered three languages which were not particularly valued by his father. Luckily, these skills that he learned came in handy as he managed to become Pope.

[Kest Schwartzman · Rating 2 out of 5]

The rather lovely collages are not enough to make this dreary tale worth reading.

[Marzieh Torabi · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5 Stars

[Benjamin Stahl · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another one about the pros of being able to talk with animals.

[Mike Lisanke · Rating 3 out of 5]

No ideas where the heck this story comes from or what the heck it means. Devine inspiration?

[Normalmente · Rating 5 out of 5]

Man, I have read the reviews and you straight away spot the trend: x Languages = x Stars

[Susan Molloy · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a bizarre short fairy tale. Very bizarre.