Project Gutenberg
2010-04-24
Public domain in the USA.
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Hauff, Wilhelm
1802
1827
Stowell, Edward L.
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Tales of the Caravan, Inn, and Palace
Pt. 1. Tales of the caravan: The caravan. The caliph stork. The amputated hand. The rescue of Fatima. Little Muck. The false prince -- Pt. 2. Tales of the inn: The inn in the Spessart. The hirsch-gulden. The marble heart (first part). Said's adventures. The cave of Steenfoll. The marble heart (second part) -- Pt. 3. Tales of the palace: The sheik's palace and his slaves. The dwarf Nosey. Abner, the Jew. The young Englishman. The story of Almansor.
Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive
"Tales of the Caravan, Inn, and Palace" by Wilhelm Hauff is a collection of enchanting stories written in the early 19th century. The work is infused with the spirit of classic Middle Eastern folktales, presenting a rich tapestry of vibrant characters and adventurous narratives. The collection explores themes of fate, magic, and the intertwining of lives, where storytelling becomes a means of connection among its characters. The opening of the collection introduces a tale that begins with a caravan traversing the desert, detailing its surroundings and a mysterious horseman named Selim Baruch. As Selim joins the caravan, he proposes that each member tell a story during their journey, establishing the coveted exchange of narratives. The first story he shares, "The Caliph Stork," follows Caliph Chasid and his Grand Vizier as they undergo a magical transformation into storks, leading them on a whimsical adventure filled with lessons on humility and fate. This introduction sets the stage for a captivating experience that promises to engage readers with its blend of the fantastical and the profound through intertwined tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 73.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Short stories, German -- Translations into English
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Category: Short Stories
Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
Category: German Literature
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