Klein Zaches, genannt Zinnober: Ein Märchen by E. T. A. Hoffmann

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Author Hoffmann, E. T. A. (Ernst Theodor Amadeus), 1776-1822
Title Klein Zaches, genannt Zinnober: Ein Märchen
Credits Produced by Gerd Bouillon from files at Projekt Gutenberg-DE
Summary "Klein Zaches, genannt Zinnober: Ein Märchen" by E. T. A. Hoffmann is a fictional tale likely written in the early 19th century. The story introduces us to the main character, Klein Zaches, a deformed child considered a "weirdling" or changeling, whose existence brings anguish to his parents due to his insatiable appetite and less-than-human behavior. The narrative blends fantasy and social commentary, as it unfolds in a whimsical yet pointed critique of societal values regarding beauty, worth, and the nature of goodness. The opening of the story begins with a heart-wrenching scene of a starving peasant woman lamenting her misfortunes, including the burden of raising her grotesque child, Klein Zaches. As she draws attention to her plight, the fairy Rosabelverde intervenes, revealing her ability to magically alter Zaches' appearance and demeanor, leading others to perceive him as charming and intelligent. The narrative quickly transitions to the absurdity of the townspeople, particularly a parish priest, who, blinded by superficial allure, praises Zaches, much to the despair of his rightful mother. Through this comedic and fantastical lens, the tale sets the stage for exploring themes of beauty, deception, and societal perception. As the drama unfolds, we are teased with the implications of magic and transformation, foreshadowing the greater themes of identity and acceptance that likely permeate throughout Hoffmann’s work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Fantasy fiction
Subject Fairy tales -- Germany
Category Text
EBook-No. 9200
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 2, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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