This edition had all images removed.
Title: Weird Tales. Vol. 1 (of 2)
Contents: The Cremona violin -- The fermata -- Signor Formica -- The Sand-man -- The entail -- Arthur's Hall.
Credits:
Produced by Charles Bowen, from scans obtained from The
Internet Archive.
Summary: "Weird Tales. Vol. 1 (of 2)" by E. T. A. Hoffmann is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The volume presents a mix of fantastical and whimsical narratives, showcasing Hoffmann's unique flair for blending the uncanny with the everyday. The central story, "The Cremona Violin," introduces us to the eccentric Councillor Krespel, a peculiar character characterized by his obsession with violin-making and a haunting connection to his daughter, Antonia. The opening of "The Cremona Violin" introduces the unusual Councillor Krespel, who is in the midst of constructing a house solely based on his whims rather than any architectural plan. As the townspeople look on, Krespel's eccentricities are highlighted through amusing anecdotes and his unorthodox methods. Throughout this peculiar endeavor, hints of a deeper emotional turmoil unfold concerning his relationship with Antonia, a gifted singer kept under his strict control. The narrative sets the stage for a blend of comedic situations and underlying tragedy, particularly as Antonia's singing emerges as a focal point of tension and longing, suggesting a brewing conflict between Krespel’s desires and his daughter's fate. This intriguing combination of elements creates a captivating introduction that draws the reader into Hoffmann's fantastical world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 62.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Hoffmann, E. T. A. (Ernst Theodor Amadeus), 1776-1822
Translator: Bealby, J. T. (John Thomas), 1858-1944
EBook No.: 31377
Published: Feb 23, 2010
Downloads: 469
Language: English
Subject: Fantasy fiction, German -- Translations into English
Subject: Hoffmann, E. T. A. (Ernst Theodor Amadeus), 1776-1822 -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Weird Tales. Vol. 1 (of 2)
Contents: The Cremona violin -- The fermata -- Signor Formica -- The Sand-man -- The entail -- Arthur's Hall.
Credits:
Produced by Charles Bowen, from scans obtained from The
Internet Archive.
Summary: "Weird Tales. Vol. 1 (of 2)" by E. T. A. Hoffmann is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The volume presents a mix of fantastical and whimsical narratives, showcasing Hoffmann's unique flair for blending the uncanny with the everyday. The central story, "The Cremona Violin," introduces us to the eccentric Councillor Krespel, a peculiar character characterized by his obsession with violin-making and a haunting connection to his daughter, Antonia. The opening of "The Cremona Violin" introduces the unusual Councillor Krespel, who is in the midst of constructing a house solely based on his whims rather than any architectural plan. As the townspeople look on, Krespel's eccentricities are highlighted through amusing anecdotes and his unorthodox methods. Throughout this peculiar endeavor, hints of a deeper emotional turmoil unfold concerning his relationship with Antonia, a gifted singer kept under his strict control. The narrative sets the stage for a blend of comedic situations and underlying tragedy, particularly as Antonia's singing emerges as a focal point of tension and longing, suggesting a brewing conflict between Krespel’s desires and his daughter's fate. This intriguing combination of elements creates a captivating introduction that draws the reader into Hoffmann's fantastical world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 62.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Hoffmann, E. T. A. (Ernst Theodor Amadeus), 1776-1822
Translator: Bealby, J. T. (John Thomas), 1858-1944
EBook No.: 31377
Published: Feb 23, 2010
Downloads: 469
Language: English
Subject: Fantasy fiction, German -- Translations into English
Subject: Hoffmann, E. T. A. (Ernst Theodor Amadeus), 1776-1822 -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.