Deutsche Volksmärchen vom Berggeist und Herrn des Riesengebirges Reichhardt, Rudolf 1859-1929 creator Siegert, Eugen text utu 2012 monographic de 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Rübezahl" by Rudolf Reichhardt is a collection of German folk tales featuring a mythical mountain spirit, written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around Rübezahl, the ruler of the Giant Mountains, recounting his whimsical interactions with humans, showcasing his multifaceted nature as both benevolent and mischievous. The stories unfold his adventures, including encounters with villagers and the impact of his magical abilities on their lives. The beginning of the work introduces the enchanting backdrop of the Giant Mountains, where Rübezahl resides. In this opening portion, readers learn about the character of Rübezahl, who possesses the power to manipulate both nature and the fates of those who wander into his domain. We see his initial interest in humanity, leading him to take the guise of a farmhand to better understand the ways of people, although his experiences with human greed and ingratitude eventually disillusion him. The tale sets up Rübezahl as a complex figure—part trickster, part guardian—inviting readers into a world where the boundaries between the magical and the mundane blur. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2012-07-25 Produced by Jens Sadowski Original publication data not identified Folklore -- Germany Rübezahl (Legendary character) GR PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40327 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40327 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133925.0 40327