Rübezahl by Rudolf Reichhardt

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Author Reichhardt, Rudolf, 1859-1929
Illustrator Siegert, Eugen
Title Rübezahl
Deutsche Volksmärchen vom Berggeist und Herrn des Riesengebirges
Credits Produced by Jens Sadowski
Summary "Rübezahl" by Rudolf Reichhardt is a collection of German folk tales featuring a mythical mountain spirit, written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around Rübezahl, the ruler of the Giant Mountains, recounting his whimsical interactions with humans, showcasing his multifaceted nature as both benevolent and mischievous. The stories unfold his adventures, including encounters with villagers and the impact of his magical abilities on their lives. The beginning of the work introduces the enchanting backdrop of the Giant Mountains, where Rübezahl resides. In this opening portion, readers learn about the character of Rübezahl, who possesses the power to manipulate both nature and the fates of those who wander into his domain. We see his initial interest in humanity, leading him to take the guise of a farmhand to better understand the ways of people, although his experiences with human greed and ingratitude eventually disillusion him. The tale sets up Rübezahl as a complex figure—part trickster, part guardian—inviting readers into a world where the boundaries between the magical and the mundane blur. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Folklore -- Germany
Subject Rübezahl (Legendary character)
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EBook-No. 40327
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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