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Wilhelm Hauff

    November 29, 1802 – November 18, 1827

    Wilhelm Hauff was a German poet and novelist celebrated for his fairy tales. He possessed a narrative and inventive gift, combining external themes with his own unique voice and a pleasant, often spirited, wit. His work demonstrates a strong influence of E.T.A. Hoffmann in its fantastical elements, while his historical novels offered early imitations of Sir Walter Scott's style. Hauff's fairy tales, published in an almanac, achieved lasting popularity, cementing his reputation as a gifted storyteller.

    Wilhelm Hauff
    German moonlight
    Mittheilungen aus den Memoiren des Satan
    Die Leute aus dem Walde: Ihre Sterne, Wege und Schicksale
    The Oriental Story Book: A Collection of Tales
    The Cold Heart. Nose, the Dwarf (Two German Tales)
    The Little Glass Man And Other Stories (1894)
    • 2024

      Set against the scenic Swabian Jura, the novella follows Count Wilhelm von S. after his banishment from his family estate due to a conflict with his father. Determined to forge his own path, he embarks on a journey filled with challenges and discoveries, aided by a mysterious old man who gifts him a magical pocket of wealth. The narrative blends romance, adventure, and societal critique, exploring themes of wealth, power, and social expectations with humor and satire, showcasing Hauff's storytelling prowess and depth in character development.

      THE BANISHED A SWABIAN HISTORICAL TALE Vol. 1
    • 2024

      Count Wilhelm von S. faces banishment from his family estate, setting him on a journey filled with romance, adventure, and societal critique in the picturesque Swabian Jura. As he seeks to forge his own destiny, he encounters a mysterious old man who gifts him a magical pocket that offers endless wealth. The novella blends humor, satire, and social commentary, exploring themes of wealth, power, and societal expectations. Hauff's storytelling enriches Wilhelm's character and presents an engaging narrative that reflects on the complexities of human experience in a historical context.

      THE BANISHED A SWABIAN HISTORICAL TALE Vol. 3
    • 2024

      Set against the scenic Swabian Jura, this novella follows Count Wilhelm von S. after his banishment from his family estate. Determined to shape his own destiny, he embarks on a journey filled with challenges and self-discovery. A mysterious old man gifts him a magical pocket that provides endless wealth, leading to encounters that blend humor, satire, and social critique. Hauff skillfully explores themes of wealth, power, and societal expectations, offering a rich continuation of Wilhelm's adventures and a thoughtful reflection on human experience.

      THE BANISHED A SWABIAN HISTORICAL TALE Vol. 2
    • 2023

      Una collezione completa delle opere del grande scrittore tedesco Wilhelm Hauff, tra cui romanzi, racconti, e poesie. Le storie di Hauff sono ricche di fantasia e di avventura, e sono amate da generazioni di lettori in tutto il mondo.

      Sammtliche Werke / Hauff, Wilhelm; Volume 1
    • 2023

      Gesammelte Erzählungen

      • 312 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Dieses Buch enthält eine Sammlung von Erzählungen des bekannten Schriftstellers Wilhelm Karl Raabe. Die Geschichten handeln von unterschiedlichen Themen und Charakteren und bieten dem Leser einen Einblick in die literarische Welt des 19. Jahrhunderts. Dabei zeichnet sich Raabes Schreibstil durch Detailreichtum, Humor und Gesellschaftskritik aus.

      Gesammelte Erzählungen
    • 2023

      Tales of the Caravan, Inn, and Palace

      • 286 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      The book offers a collection of timeless stories that have shaped human culture and history. Recognizing its significance, Alpha Editions has preserved this classical work by republishing it in a modern format, ensuring clarity and readability. The text has been meticulously reformatted and retyped, avoiding the pitfalls of scanned copies, making it accessible for both present and future generations.

      Tales of the Caravan, Inn, and Palace
    • 2022
    • 2022

      Fairy Tales

      • 360 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

      Fairy Tales
    • 2022
    • 2022

      This timeless fairy tale by Wilhelm Hauff tells the story of a young glassblower who makes a pact with the devil in order to become rich. As his material wealth grows, his heart grows cold, and only his love for a poor but virtuous girl can redeem him. Hauff's vivid characters and evocative descriptions bring this enchanting story to life.

      Das Kalte Herz