02190cam a22003133u 4500 46047 UtSlPG 20260610134046.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 GR Günther, Marie A., countess Tales and Legends of the Tyrol Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-06-20 Produced by Sandra Eder, Fred Salzer, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at (http://www.pgdp.net) from images generously made available by The Internet Archive (http://archive.org/). "Tales and Legends of the Tyrol" by Countess Marie A. Günther is a collection of folkloric tales written in the late 19th century. This enchanting compilation delves into the rich tapestry of Tyrolean mythology, featuring stories of giants, witches, fairies, and other supernatural beings that populate the alpine landscape. Each tale captivates the reader with its vivid imagery and moral lessons, reflecting the culture and traditions of the Tyrol region. At the start of the volume, the author sets the stage with a dedication to those who traverse the Tyrolean mountains, framing the tales as both a guide and a companion for adventurers. The opening stories introduce formidable characters, such as the Giant Jordan, who is a vicious creature known for capturing children and fairies, and Hitte Hatte, a fairy forced into servitude who ultimately seeks freedom. The narratives convey themes of bravery, cunning, and the struggles between good and evil, drawing readers into an enchanting world where loyalty, courage, and the supernatural reign supreme. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Folklore -- Austria -- Tyrol Legends -- Austria -- Tyrol https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46047 86886 86886