Tales From the "Phantasus," etc. of Ludwig Tieck by Ludwig Tieck
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| Author | Tieck, Ludwig, 1773-1853 |
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| Title | Tales From the "Phantasus," etc. of Ludwig Tieck |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | The reconciliation -- The friends -- The elves -- The White Egbert -- The faithful Eckart -- The Tannenhäuser -- The Runenberg -- The mysterious cup -- The love-charm -- The brothers. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Tales From the 'Phantasus,' etc." by Ludwig Tieck is a collection of fantastical tales written in the early 19th century. This volume includes stories that explore themes of love, loss, morality, and the supernatural, intertwining the real and magical as they delve into the human experience. With characters navigating through emotional trials and mystical landscapes, Tieck presents a rich tapestry of storytelling that invites readers to reflect on their own lives and existential questions. At the start of the collection, the "Preface" sets the stage for the tales, discussing Tieck's philosophical insights and contrasting his work with that of other writers of his time, like Goethe. The "first story, "The Reconciliation," introduces a young knight who encounters a haunting tale of love and tragedy from an aged hermit. This narrative revolves around themes of brotherly love, jealousy, and the sorrow of lost connections, culminating in a supernatural encounter. As the opening unfolds, Tieck's lyrical prose and exploration of emotional depth draw readers into a world where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur, giving way to profound reflections on human existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | German fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38838 |
| Release Date | Feb 11, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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