| Author |
Tieck, Ludwig, 1773-1853 |
| Title |
The Old Man of the Mountain, The Lovecharm and Pietro of Abano
Tales from the German of Tieck
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| Note |
English translation of: Der Alte vom Berge, Der Liebeszauber, and Pietro von Abano, oder, Petrus Apone.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 71.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Delphine Lettau
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| Summary |
"The Old Man of the Mountain, The Lovecharm, and Pietro of Abano" by Ludwig Tieck is a collection of tales written in the early 19th century. The narrative weaves together folklore and character-driven personal dramas, centering around the enigmatic figure of Herr Balthasar, a wealthy yet reclusive industrialist, and his complex relationships with those around him. The book explores themes of fortune, power, and the supernatural. At the start of the collection, the story introduces Herr Balthasar, known for his wealth and eccentricities, and his overseer Edward, who has a contrasting cheerful demeanor. The dynamics between Balthasar and his employees, particularly young William, who suddenly flees, hint at underlying tensions related to trust and betrayal. Simultaneously, villagers whisper superstitions about Balthasar's riches being connected to supernatural forces. The beginning sets the stage for exploring both personal and communal narratives, revealing the darkness that looms over their lives intertwined with folklore, moral dilemmas, and the specter of greed. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
German fiction -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
26360 |
| Release Date |
Aug 19, 2008 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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