Cohen, Josef 1886-1965 creator Dom, Pol 1885-1978 text utu 2004 monographic nl 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Nederlandsche Sagen en Legenden" by Josef Cohen is a collection of tales drawn from Dutch folklore, published in the early 20th century. The work aims to delve deep into the soul of Dutch folk traditions and storytelling, blending humor, sentiment, and a hint of the mysterious, while also acknowledging the cultural shifts that have challenged these narratives over time. The opening of the book introduces a foreword by the author, reflecting on the importance of folklore and its embodiment of the human experience, heightened through storytelling, gestures, and tradition. The narrative then begins with the tale of "Het Vrouwtje van Stavoren," depicting the proud and wealthy lady of Stavoren, who becomes consumed with greed. As she awaits the return of her ships filled with riches, she encounters a beggar in desperate need. Her refusal to help him leads to a dire curse that ultimately strips her of her wealth and forces her to face the consequences of her actions. The story serves as a poignant exploration of pride, empathy, and the consequences of one’s choices. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2004-12-17 Original publication data not identified Legends -- Netherlands Tales -- Netherlands GR PT Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3455 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3455 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133112.0 3455