Sagen van den Rijn by Wilhelm Ruland
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"Sagen van den Rijn" by Wilhelm Ruland is a collection of folk tales written in the early 20th century. This work draws from the rich tapestry of legends surrounding the Rhine River, intertwining historical elements with mythological narratives to evoke its cultural heritage. The tales depict various characters and adventures, focusing on themes of love, treachery, and heroic deeds. The opening of "Sagen van den Rijn" introduces several enchanting stories rooted in
ancient traditions, beginning with the tale of Burcht Niedeck, which recounts the innocent curiosity of a giantess who discovers a peasant working in the fields. This lighthearted narrative emphasizes the contrast between the giant’s innocent nature and the hardworking human. Following this, the story transitions into the tale of the Munster clock, highlighting a tragic fate befalling an artist accused of witchcraft after creating a magnificent clock, ultimately leading to his punishment. Each story in the opening section showcases elements of both wonder and caution, reflecting the moral lessons intertwined within these age-old tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ruland, Wilhelm, 1869-1927 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Meyen-Barends, W. B. |
| Title | Sagen van den Rijn |
| Credits | Produced by R.G.P.M. van Giesen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | DD: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Germany |
| Subject | Legends -- Rhine River |
| Subject | Legends -- Rhine River Valley |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 60942 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-60942-3 |
| Release Date | Dec 16, 2019 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 352 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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