The Brothers Grimm, Jacob and Wilhelm, were just in their late 20s when they published one of the most significant books in the history of fairy tales. Born in 1785 and 1786 respectively, Jacob and Wilhelm grew up in the city of Hanau in the Holy Roman Empire (today Germany). When their father Phillip died of pneumonia in 1796, the wealthy family fell into relative poverty, leading the brothers to take on adult responsibilities aged just 11. Culture Re-View: How many US presidents have been impeached? Culture Re-View: Steven Spielberg turns 77After university, Jacob found employment as the cou…