| Author |
Tieck, Ludwig, 1773-1853 |
| Title |
Schriften 13: Märchen; Dramatische Gedichte; Fragmente
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
Die Heymonskinder -- Melusine -- Ein Prolog -- Der Autor. Ein Fastnachtsspiel -- Magelone. Prolog -- Aus dem alten Heldengedicht vom König Rother -- Der erste Akt des Donauweibes.
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| Credits |
Produced by Delphine Lettau, Jens Sadowski, and the Online
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| Summary |
"Schriften 13: Märchen; Dramatische Gedichte; Fragmente" by Ludwig Tieck is a collection of fairy tales, dramatic poems, and fragments published in the early 19th century. This anthology reflects Tieck's deep appreciation for art and poetics, inviting readers into a realm where traditional narratives may intertwine with lyrical expression and philosophical musings. The opening of the work introduces the first fairy tale, "Die Heymonskinder," set against a backdrop of royal festivities and intrigue. It begins with King Carl’s grand celebration, where the noble Heymon and his nephew Hugo seek favor with the king, but tensions arise when Hugo boldly confronts the king about his uncle's unjust treatment. As conflict ensues, tragic events unfold, plunging the characters into a quest for revenge and reconciliation that reveals deep familial bonds and the cyclical nature of vengeance. This establishes a gripping narrative that promises to explore the complexities of honor, loyalty, and the consequences of pride. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
German literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
50845 |
| Release Date |
Jan 4, 2016 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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