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Frederick and Catherine

By: Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm
Narrated by: Mike Polischuk
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Summary
 A riotous Grimm folktale that turns everyday chores into catastrophe. When Frederick asks for a hot meal and a draught of ale, Catherine’s good intentions ignite a cascade of comic blunders: ale floods the cellar, fine flour becomes mop-up, and a secret stash of “yellow buttons” vanishes in a lopsided trade for earthenware. Determined to make things right, the pair set off after the rogues—Catherine buttering trees, sending runaway cheeses to “catch up,” and hauling their front door for safekeeping—until a moonlit stakeout in a fir tree ends with a thunderous crash that scares the thieves senseless and wins the day.

Narrator Mike Polischuk delivers a warm, witty performance, highlighting the story’s playful rhythm, exasperated asides, and perfectly timed slapstick. His character voices and nimble pacing make this short classic sparkle for family listening, classrooms, and anyone who loves a clever comedy of errors.

A brisk, laugh-aloud romp with a happily-ever-after twist, this folktale celebrates resourcefulness in the most roundabout of ways. Ideal for fans of timeless fables, marital misadventures, and the mischievous humor that has made the Brothers Grimm beloved for generations. Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths Literature & Fiction
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