Der Goldene Topf by E. T. A. Hoffmann
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Author | Hoffmann, E. T. A. (Ernst Theodor Amadeus), 1776-1822 |
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Title | Der Goldene Topf |
Credits | E-text prepared by Robert Kropf and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
Summary | "Der Goldene Topf" by E. T. A. Hoffmann is a narrative fantasy written in the early 19th century. The story revolves around a student named Anselmus, who experiences a blend of reality and the supernatural, as he navigates a world filled with strange occurrences, prophetic advice, and alluring entities, particularly centered around a captivating golden serpent. The opening of the tale introduces the protagonist, Anselmus, as he encounters an old woman selling apples and cakes at a market in Dresden, leading to a humorous yet embarrassing mishap. Despite the friendly atmosphere, he becomes haunted by the witch's ominous words and feels plagued by a string of bad luck that reflects his deep-seated dissatisfaction with life. As he seeks solace by the Elbe River, he experiences a mystical moment, hearing whispers and seeing three radiant green serpents, igniting a deep longing within him. This moment of enchantment sets the stage for Anselmus's journey into a realm where reality and magic intertwine, foreshadowing the quests and challenges that lie ahead as he grapples with his enchanting visions and earthly misfortunes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | German |
LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
Subject | Fantasy literature |
Subject | Fairy tales -- Germany |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 17362 |
Release Date | Dec 20, 2005 |
Most Recently Updated | Dec 13, 2020 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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