What is hansen and gretal?

Hansel and Gretel is a famous German fairy tale that dates back to the early 19th century. The tale follows two young siblings, Hansel and Gretel, who are abandoned in the woods by their parents during a time of famine. They stumble upon a gingerbread house owned by a witch who lures them inside with promises of food and shelter. The witch intends to fatten the siblings up and then cook and eat them, but they cleverly outsmart her and escape back to their home, where their father has come to regret abandoning them. The story has been adapted into various forms of media, including books, plays, and films. It is a cautionary tale about the dangers of greed and the importance of being resourceful in challenging situations.