The big fairy tale quiz – test your knowledge. The first printed collection of fairy tales was published in Italy in 1550 - and was aimed at adults.
In Germany, the Brothers Grimm helped fairy tales achieve a breakthrough: in 1812 they published the first volume of their “Children’s and Household Tales”. If you are interested in witches and wizards, the Harry Potter books are the right choice. But at what age is the Harry Harry Potter book series suitable?