Märchen-Almanach auf das Jahr 1827

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hauff, Wilhelm, 1802-1827

Language:

German

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Märchen-Almanach auf das Jahr 1827" by Wilhelm Hauff is a collection of fairy tales written in the early 19th century. This anthology includes several enchanting stories that explore human desires, societal norms, and morality through fantastical narratives. The stories are rooted in folklore and mythology, featuring characters like a scheikh from Alexandria, who harbors a profound sorrow over the loss of his son, framing the emotional undercurrents present throughout the tales. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to the scheikh Ali Banu, whose wealth and status seem to contrast sharply with his deep sorrow over his missing son, Kairam. As he goes about his daily life, surrounded by luxury and well-dressed slaves, his melancholic demeanor prompts speculation and sympathy from onlookers. The tale unfolds as the scheikh hosts a gathering where he seeks solace through storytelling, hinting at lessons and transformations that will occur as the tales evolve. The opening sets a poignant tone, establishing themes of loss, regret, and the pursuit of happiness against the backdrop of a richly woven tapestry of cultural and moral storytelling traditions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Der Scheik von Alessandria und seine Sklaven (Rahmenerzählung) Der Zwerg Nase Abner, der Jude, der nichts gesehen hat Der arme Stephan Der gebackene Kopf Der Affe als Mensch (Der junge Engländer) Das Fest der Unterirdischen Schneeweißchen und Rosenrot Die Geschichte Almansors

Credits:

Produced by Delphine Lettau

Notes:

Reading ease score: 72.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Wikipedia page about this book: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/M%C3%A4rchen-Almanach_auf_das_Jahr_1827

Release date is 2004-10-01