Märchen-Almanach auf das Jahr 1827 by Wilhelm Hauff

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Author Hauff, Wilhelm, 1802-1827
Title Märchen-Almanach auf das Jahr 1827
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
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.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Fairy tales -- Germany
Category Text
EBook-No. 6639
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 5, 2012
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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