Project Gutenberg 2007-01-31 Public domain in the USA. 483 Ruland, Wilhelm 1869 1927 Legends of the Rhine Produced by Sam W., Ted Garvin, Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Legends of the Rhine" by Wilhelm Ruland is a collection of folklore and tales from the Rhine region, likely compiled in the early 20th century. The text invites readers into a world steeped in myth and historical narrative, drawing inspiration from the enchanting landscapes and rich history of the area. It features various legends, including tales of noble figures, spirits, and the moral lessons that stem from their adventures, resonating with both Germanic folklore and broader cultural themes. The opening of this collection establishes an intimate connection between the author and the Rhine River, reflecting on his personal journey amidst the mythical beauty of its surroundings. Ruland recounts a memorable encounter during a scenic river cruise where he found a family engrossed in the Lorelei legend he had penned, evoking a sense of shared appreciation for the river's romantic legacy. This initial segment sets the tone for the subsequent legends, blending personal reminiscence with the folkloric elements that characterize this rich anthology, drawing readers into the tapestry of stories that celebrate both nature and the human experience tied to the Rhine. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 76.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. en Legends -- Rhine River Legends -- Rhine River Valley DD Text Folklore Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore Category: German Literature 398097 2025-08-08T13:38:07.546296 text/html 399967 2007-01-31T05:26:10 text/html 2959973 2025-08-08T13:38:17.716239 application/epub+zip 2956479 2025-08-08T13:38:10.352338 application/epub+zip 232703 2025-08-08T13:38:08.686309 application/epub+zip 3184651 2025-08-08T13:38:23.204727 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 3054738 2025-08-08T13:38:15.721262 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 322667 2022-09-09T14:58:21.545857 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 335244 2025-08-08T13:38:06.522337 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 335066 2007-01-31T05:26:10 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 335154 2007-01-31T05:26:10 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 20481 2025-08-08T13:38:23.461720 application/rdf+xml 11569 2025-08-08T13:38:09.213297 image/jpeg 3054 2025-08-08T13:38:08.946297 image/jpeg 127636 2007-01-31T05:26:12 application/octet-stream application/zip 2854234 2007-01-31T05:26:12 application/octet-stream application/zip 127588 2007-01-31T05:26:12 application/octet-stream application/zip 2921582 2025-08-08T13:38:07.690294 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog de.wikipedia