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Die seltsamen Geschichten des Doktor Ulebuhle

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Format:
Book
Author/Creator:
Bürgel, Bruno Hans, 1875-1948
Contributor:
Fürst, Edmund, 1874-1955
Language:
German
Physical Description:
1 online resource : multiple file formats
Place of Publication:
Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
Summary:
"Die seltsamen Geschichten des Doktor Ulebuhle" by Bruno Hans Bürgel is a collection of tales likely written in the early 20th century. The book intertwines stories with scientific concepts, aimed at entertaining and educating young readers through fantastical narratives. The central character, Doctor Ulebuhle, is portrayed as an eccentric but wise figure who shares engaging tales with curious children. The opening of the book establishes Doctor Ulebuhle's character and his unique approach to storytelling. He resides in the historical town of Goslar, surrounded by oddities and scientific curiosities that reflect his learned nature. The first segment introduces the premise of his storytelling: seeking to captivate children's interest while imparting knowledge through "scientific fairy tales." The narrator describes how the local children, drawn by curiosity and a promise of cake, gather around Ulebuhle as he recounts stories that blend fantasy with scientific principles. This sets the stage for a series of adventurous tales, including one that hints at the legendary story of Pompeii. The engaging interaction between the doctor and the children promises a delightful blend of humor and education throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Contents:
Ein Vorwort für die Großen
Vom Doktor Ulebuhle
Die versunkene Stadt
Der Wassertropfen
Gespenster-Heinrich
Der Diamant und seine Brüder
Der alte Baum
Johann der Wunderbare
Das Zündholz und die Kerze
Der Weltuntergang
John Dolland, der Taucher
Das Herz und die Taschenuhr
Ein Tag auf dem Monde
Die Schwalbe und der Telegraphenpfahl
Der Eisberg
Die Busennadel
Der Tod in der Flasche
Als die Sonne feierte
Der gläserne Sarg
Gebrüder Sturm
Die sonderbare Welt.
Credits:
Produced by Jens Sadowski
Notes:
Wikipedia page about this book: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doktor_Ulebuhle
Reading ease score: 78.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Release date is 2020-10-14

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