The Old Man of the Mountain, The Lovecharm and Pietro of Abano / Tales from the German of Tieck

Name: The Old Man of the Mountain, The Lovecharm and Pietro of Abano / Tales from the German of Tieck
Author: Ludwig Tieck

By Ludwig Tieck

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About This Book

A collection of three Romantic novellas that mingle melancholy domestic scenes, folklore, and scholarly curiosity. One tale follows a morose, wealthy householder, his genial overseer, and a troubled young secretary whose sudden flight links workplace tensions to miners' legends and secret mountain marks. Another examines the effects of an obsessive attachment mediated by an uncanny love charm. The final story stages a learned, antiquarian atmosphere in which erudition and superstition collide, leaving motives and outcomes ambiguous. Together the pieces probe desire, fate, and the uneasy border between practical knowledge and supernatural suggestion.

About the Author

Ludwig Tieck

Ludwig Tieck (1773-1853) was a prominent German Romantic writer, poet, and critic, known for his contributions to literature that explored themes of fantasy and the supernatural. He played a significant role in the early Romantic movement and was associated with the Jena circle of poets and thinkers. Tieck's works often blend fairy tales with philosophical reflections, as seen in his notable collection "Tales From the 'Phantasus.'" His historical novels, such as "The Rebellion in the Cevennes," showcase his interest in the interplay between history and narrative. Tieck's literary legacy includes not only his own writings but also his influence on later generations of writers.