The Mythology of Grimm: The Fairy Tale and Folklore Roots of the Popular TV Show

<b>GET INSIDE <i>GRIMM</i>.</b><br> <br>NBC's hit television series <i>Grimm</i> pits modern detective Nick Burkhardt of the Portland Police against a cast of terrifying villains - lifted directly from the pages of classic fairytales. In the world of the show, the classic stories are actually a document of real events, and Nick himself is descended from a long line of guardians, or Grimms, charged with defending humanity from the mythological creatures of the world.<br> <br>From The Big Bad Wolf to Sleeping Beauty, <i>The Mythology of Grimm</i> explores the history and folkloric traditions that come into play during Nick's incredible battles and investigations - tapping into elements of mythology that have captured our imaginations for centuries.