These two Brothers were academics, linguists, cultural researchers, and authors. It is often argued that their work in folklore, linguistics, and literary scholarship shaped the development of modern folkloristics. It contributed in a big way to the expansion of their mother tongue as well.
During their University days, they developed a lasting interest in medieval literature and the cultural history of their country. Thus saw the world the first ever collection of folk tales and fairy tales.
A clue: We have, all of us, as children loved the tales they told in the collated version. As we grew up, the sub-texts of these stories made more sense.
Pratima Agnihotri
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