Undine (eBook)

Friedrich Heinrich Karl La Motte-Fouqué Freiherr de (Autor)

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2022
72 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654709879-9 (EAN)

Infos

Friedrich de La Motte-Fouqué's 'Undine' is a classic romantic fantasy novel that delves into themes of love, betrayal, and redemption. Written in the early 19th century, the book combines elements of German folklore with a poignant love story between a water nymph and a knight. The lyrical prose and vivid descriptions transport readers to a mystical world where supernatural beings interact with humans in profound ways. La Motte-Fouqué's elegant writing style and intricate plot make 'Undine' a timeless piece of literature that continues to captivate readers today. The novel's exploration of love and sacrifice transcends generations and speaks to the universal human experience of longing for connection and understanding.

Autor

Friedrich Heinrich Karl Freiherr de La Motte-Fouqué (1777–1843) was a significant figure in German Romantic literature. Born into an aristocratic family, Fouqué's early military career yielded to his literary pursuits, influenced deeply by the works of the Middle Ages and German folk literature. A prolific writer, Fouqué penned numerous novels, plays, and epic tales, which often centered around chivalric themes, exploring the mystical and the supernatural. His masterpiece, 'Undine' (1811), is a classic of Romantic literature and remains his most enduring work. This novella, with its fusion of mythological elements and the elemental spirit of water, captured the Romantic period's fascination with nature, emotion, and the transcendence beyond the mundane. 'Undine' presents a profound analysis of love and betrayal through the lens of folklore. Embodying the romantic ideal of the blending of poetry and nature, this allegorical work utilizes the character of a water nymph to depict the depth and complexity of human emotions. Fouqué's contribution to literary romanticism has been recognized as an inspiration for both his contemporaries and later writers, although his once-stellar reputation waned after his death. His unique style and the ideological resonance of his compositions place him amongst the cadre of authors who have significantly shaped the literary landscape of the Romantic era.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 20.7.2022
• Übersetzer: F. E. Bunnett
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Fantasy / Science Fiction ► Fantasy
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Märchen / Sagen
• Schlagworte: 19th century fantasy books • 19th-Century Literature • Classical fantasy storytelling • Classic Literature • De La Motte-Fouque classics • Elemental spirits in literature • european folklore • Fairytale lore • Fairy tale novels • Fairy tales • fantasy elements • Fantasy Fiction • German Literature • German Romanticism • german romantic literature • Germany • Knights and damsels • Literary fairy tale • Literary water nymphs • Magical storytelling • Mythological water beings • Romances • Romantic fantasy fiction • romantic tale • Translations into English • Undine myth adaptations