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Title: Märchen-Almanach auf das Jahr 1828

Note: Reading ease score: 72.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Contents: Das Wirtshaus im Spessart (Rahmenerzählung)
Die Sage vom Hirschgulden
Das kalte Herz I
Saids Schicksale
Die Höhle von Steenfoll--Eine schottländische Sage
Das kalte Herz II

Credits: Delphine Lettau

Summary: "Märchen-Almanach auf das Jahr 1828" by Wilhelm Hauff is a collection of stories written in the early 19th century. This anthology features various tales that blend elements of folklore, fantasy, and moral lessons, capturing the enchanting narrative style typical of German fairy tales. The collection opens with "Das Wirtshaus im Spessart," which follows the journey of two young men, Felix, a goldworker, and a circled smith, as they navigate the ominous Spessart forest, filled with fears of robbers and danger. The opening of the work introduces Felix and the circled smith as they journey together through the darkening woods at dusk, with Felix expressing anxiety about the tales he has heard regarding the dangers lurking in the forest. The ominous atmosphere is heightened by their discussions of potential encounters with thieves and the uncertainty of their safety as they search for an inn. As they approach what they hope is a safe haven, the pair are unsure of the intentions of the host and the other patrons they encounter, leading to a discussion about storytelling as a way to pass the night and stay alert. The stage is set for the tales that follow, highlighting themes of friendship, courage, and the unknown. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hauff, Wilhelm, 1802-1827

EBook No.: 6640

Published: Oct 1, 2004

Downloads: 85

Language: German

Subject: Fairy tales -- Germany

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Märchen-Almanach auf das Jahr 1828

Note: Reading ease score: 72.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Contents: Das Wirtshaus im Spessart (Rahmenerzählung)
Die Sage vom Hirschgulden
Das kalte Herz I
Saids Schicksale
Die Höhle von Steenfoll--Eine schottländische Sage
Das kalte Herz II

Credits: Delphine Lettau

Summary: "Märchen-Almanach auf das Jahr 1828" by Wilhelm Hauff is a collection of stories written in the early 19th century. This anthology features various tales that blend elements of folklore, fantasy, and moral lessons, capturing the enchanting narrative style typical of German fairy tales. The collection opens with "Das Wirtshaus im Spessart," which follows the journey of two young men, Felix, a goldworker, and a circled smith, as they navigate the ominous Spessart forest, filled with fears of robbers and danger. The opening of the work introduces Felix and the circled smith as they journey together through the darkening woods at dusk, with Felix expressing anxiety about the tales he has heard regarding the dangers lurking in the forest. The ominous atmosphere is heightened by their discussions of potential encounters with thieves and the uncertainty of their safety as they search for an inn. As they approach what they hope is a safe haven, the pair are unsure of the intentions of the host and the other patrons they encounter, leading to a discussion about storytelling as a way to pass the night and stay alert. The stage is set for the tales that follow, highlighting themes of friendship, courage, and the unknown. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hauff, Wilhelm, 1802-1827

EBook No.: 6640

Published: Oct 1, 2004

Downloads: 85

Language: German

Subject: Fairy tales -- Germany

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.