Lungwitz, Hermann 1845-1927 creator Grohmann, Max 1861-1925 text utu 2016 monographic de 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Geyer und das Obererzgebirge in Sage und Geschichte" by Lungwitz and Grohmann is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the history and folklore of the town of Geyer and its surroundings in the upper Erzgebirge region of Germany. The book combines local history, significant events, and legends associated with Geyer, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the cultural heritage of this area. The opening of the work introduces the town of Geyer, linking its name to the presence of vultures that historically inhabited the local forests. According to local legend, the discovery of valuable tin ore in the area was prompted by a nobleman who, after being harmed by the vultures, ventured into the woods and uncovered the ore while searching for them. This narrative establishes the intertwining of fact and folklore, positioning Geyer within a broader historical context that includes tales of significant figures, notable events (such as its experience during the Thirty Years' War), and its ongoing legacy, all of which provide readers with a vivid picture of the region's rich history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2016-08-28 Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by SLUB: Sächsische Landesbibliothek - Staats - und Universitätsbibliothek Dresden at http://www.slub-dresden.de ) Original publication data not identified Geyer (Germany) Erzgebirge (Czech Republic and Germany) DD Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52916 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52916 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134223.0 52916