Rübezahl : Neue Sammlung der schönsten Sagen und Märchen von dem Berggeiste im Riesengebirge

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Koch, Rosalie, 1811-1880

Language:

German

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Rübezahl" by Rosalie Koch is a collection of fairy tales written in the late 19th century. The book centers around the folk character Rübezahl, a powerful mountain spirit known for his magical abilities and unpredictability. It presents various stories that explore themes of kindness, cunning, and the consequences of human actions when they intersect with the whims of this enigmatic spirit. The opening of the collection introduces the legendary Rübezahl as a mountain spirit residing in the Riesengebirge, reflecting on the changes in his territory as human settlements emerge. Initially displeased with mankind, he takes on human form to understand them better. This leads to comedic and moral encounters as he serves various masters, each embodying different human flaws. The text sets the stage for a series of stories that will highlight Rübezahl's trickery and benevolence towards the virtuous while punishing the wicked, providing a glimpse of the enchanting narratives that unfold in the following chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Jens Sadowski

Notes:

Reading ease score: 72.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2011-11-06