| Author |
Hauff, Wilhelm, 1802-1827 |
| Illustrator |
Gregory, Frank M., 1848- |
| Uniform Title |
Phantasien im Bremer ratskeller. English
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| Title |
The Wine-ghosts of Bremen
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by Google Books
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| Summary |
"The Wine-Ghosts of Bremen" by Wilhelm Hauff is a whimsical collection of fantastical tales written in the early 19th century, specifically in the late 1820s. This story intertwines elements of folklore and humor, revolving around the themes of strong drink and its sociocultural implications. The narrative captures the essence of German romanticism, marked by Hauff's distinctive style and sharp wit. The story follows a nameless protagonist who, seeking solitude and reflection, ventures into the wine cellars of Bremen on the first day of September, the birthday of a mythical figure, Fraulein Rosa. There, in the depths of the cellar, he encounters the spirits of legendary Rhine wines, personified through humorous and lively characters, including Bacchus and the Twelve Apostles. As the night unfolds, the protagonist engages in a raucous celebration marked by enchanting songs, curious tales, and the ghostly revelry of the wines. Ultimately, the story examines themes of memory, love lost, and the transient joy found in drinks, drawing a poignant yet amusing portrait of life and social rituals centering around wine. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
German fiction -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
32064 |
| Release Date |
Apr 19, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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