Fairy Tales from the German Forests by Margaret Arndt
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| Author | Arndt, Margaret |
|---|---|
| Title | Fairy Tales from the German Forests |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents |
What's the Use of It? The Engineer and the Dwarfs Käthchen and the Kobold The Old King The Dragon's Tail The Easter Hare The Nixy Lake King Reinhold The Witch's Granddaughter Holiday Adventures. |
| Credits |
Produced by Delphine Lettau and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Fairy Tales from the German Forests" by Margaret Arndt is a collection of enchanting short stories written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on whimsical tales featuring young children navigating adventures filled with magical creatures and moral lessons. The stories are steeped in the rich folklore of Germany, combining elements of fantasy and charm while exploring themes of family, kindness, and the value of imagination. The opening portion introduces readers to Hansi Herzchen, a little girl from a large family who yearns for a traditional Christmas tree, despite her practical mother's insistence on utility over frivolity. As Christmas approaches, Hansi embarks on a quest into the forest to find a tree. Along her journey, she encounters a friendly squirrel and a group of dwarfs who delightfully assist her in felling the perfect tree and decorating it with magical adornments, displaying the beauty of imagination and the importance of dreams. The narrative sets a tone that showcases the interplay of wonder and reality, as well as the dedication of a child to bring joy to her family during the festive season. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fairy tales |
| Subject | Children's stories, German |
| Subject | Tales -- Germany |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30834 |
| Release Date | Jan 2, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 344 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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