02133cam a22002893u 4500 2380 UtSlPG 20260610133057.0 m cr n 260607r2000||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG de iso639-1 PT Brentano, Clemens, 1778-1842 Das Märchen von dem Myrtenfräulein Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2000 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2000-11-01 "Das Märchen von dem Myrtenfräulein" by Clemens Brentano is a fairy tale written in the early 19th century. This enchanting tale centers around a childless potter and his wife who pray for a child, leading to the arrival of a magical myrtle plant that becomes the vessel for their longed-for daughter. The story delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and the transformative power of nature, wrapped in a traditional fairy tale format that reflects the era's romantic ideals. The narrative begins with the potter and his wife living in a barren land, yearning for a child. Their prayers are answered when a myrtle branch mysteriously appears, symbolizing their hopes and dreams. The prince of the land becomes enamored with the myrtle and, through various events, comes to cherish the being that resides within it: the Myrtenfräulein. As the tale unfolds, the prince faces conflict from envious noblewomen, ultimately leading to a tragic event where the Myrtenfräulein is harmed. Yet, with love and determination, the prince restores her to life through the renewal of the myrtle tree. The story concludes with a joyous celebration and the promise of a new beginning, encapsulating the fairy tale’s timeless themes of resilience and reward for virtue. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fairy tales -- Germany https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2380 44461 44461