02381cam a22003133u 4500 5590 UtSlPG 20260610133140.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PT Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898 The Greylock: A Fairy Tale Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-04-01 This eBook was produced by David Widger "The Greylock: A Fairy Tale" by Georg Ebers is a fairy tale written in the late 19th century. The narrative follows the journey of a knight named Wendelin as he embarks on a quest filled with adventure, love, and transformation after rescuing a beautiful captive named Clementine from an evil spirit. The story delves into themes of bravery, destiny, and the complexities of fortune, ultimately revealing how these elements intertwine within a fantastical setting. The tale begins with Wendelin discovering a lovely woman imprisoned near a picturesque lake, who explains that her captor, Misdral, is a fierce spirit. Unwilling to abandon her, Wendelin courageously confronts Misdral in various forms, ultimately transforming himself into a falcon to defeat the menace. After liberating Clementine, she rewards him with the title of Duke Greylock and grants him the promise of fortune for his descendants, all marked by a distinctive grey lock of hair. However, as generations pass, Wendelin's second son, George, is born without the promised sign, marking him as ill-fated. As George grapples with his destiny, he encounters challenges and ultimately proves his worth through valiant acts, culminating in tragedy and sacrifice when he risks everything for love. The story explores the contrasts between luck, bravery, and the bittersweet nature of fate, concluding with a poignant reflection on heroism and legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fairy tales German fiction -- Translations into English https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5590 47621 47621