Das Märchen von dem Myrtenfräulein by Clemens Brentano

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Author Brentano, Clemens, 1778-1842
Title Das Märchen von dem Myrtenfräulein
Note Reading ease score: 65.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Summary "Das Märchen von dem Myrtenfräulein" by Clemens Brentano is a fairy tale written in the early 19th century. This enchanting tale centers around a childless potter and his wife who pray for a child, leading to the arrival of a magical myrtle plant that becomes the vessel for their longed-for daughter. The story delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and the transformative power of nature, wrapped in a traditional fairy tale format that reflects the era's romantic ideals. The narrative begins with the potter and his wife living in a barren land, yearning for a child. Their prayers are answered when a myrtle branch mysteriously appears, symbolizing their hopes and dreams. The prince of the land becomes enamored with the myrtle and, through various events, comes to cherish the being that resides within it: the Myrtenfräulein. As the tale unfolds, the prince faces conflict from envious noblewomen, ultimately leading to a tragic event where the Myrtenfräulein is harmed. Yet, with love and determination, the prince restores her to life through the renewal of the myrtle tree. The story concludes with a joyous celebration and the promise of a new beginning, encapsulating the fairy tale’s timeless themes of resilience and reward for virtue. (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. 2380
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 3, 2015
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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