Fables, Sermonettes, and Parables by the Stricker, 13th Century German Poet, in English Translation
Fables, Sermonettes, and Parables by the Stricker, 13th Century German Poet, in English Translation

Author: Stricker

Publisher: Edwin Mellen Press

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 136

ISBN-13:

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The thirteenth-century poet who used the pseudonym Der Stricker ("The Knitter) is the earliest known composer of fables, sermonettes, and parables - examples of Kleindichtung -in the German language. Some of the Stricker's fables and parables are, as far as is known, original with him, others are new variants of works that had appeared in other lands and languages. The sermonettes are typical examples of what might be called the folk-theology of the day, drawing on oral tradition rather than directly on the Scriptures. In his verse-tales, the author proves to be a keen, often harsh social critic providing a realistic, often cynical, picture of medieval society that stands in sharp contrast to the romanticism of nearly all German literature of his century. This is the first collection of The Stricker's short narratives in English translation.

Best Short Stories
Best Short Stories

Author: Franz Kafka

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2013-04-09

Total Pages: 204

ISBN-13: 0486320022

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DIVFive great stories in original German with new, literal English translations on facing pages: "The Metamorphosis," "The Judgment," "In the Penal Colony," "A Country Doctor" and "A Report to an Academy." /div

The Parable of the Blind
The Parable of the Blind

Author: Gert Hofmann

Publisher: Verba Mundi

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781567925630

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A high-water mark of postwar German literature, a profoundly skeptical meditation on the fragility of human communities and the pitfalls and contradictions of making art. A knocking on the barn door drags us out of our sleep. No, the knocking isn't inside us, it's outside, where the other people are. With that, six blind beggars--ragged, profane, irascible--find themselves waking to yet another grim day in the dark. Today, however, something is different. Today these men have an appointment with a painter: they have been hired as models, to pose for Pieter Bruegel's grotesque masterpiece-in-the-making. With tremendous verbal ingenuity and black humor, Gert Hofmann's novel follows this tattered sextet's shambling progress across a landscape in 16th century Flanders, peopled by half-heard voices and unseen dangers, towards their ultimate encounter with the great, capricious artist, and (perhaps) their own immortality.

Bilingual Children's Book
Bilingual Children's Book

Author: Talk in French

Publisher:

Published: 2021-03-02

Total Pages: 95

ISBN-13:

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Boost your child's reading and listening skills in English and French with this bedtime stories collection plus downloadable audio. Now you can introduce your child to the joys of reading and bond with them before bedtime while learning a second language. What you get with the Bilingual Children's Book: 10 fantasy stories for kids: Get your kids excited about bedtime by reading magical short stories together for children ages 7-12. Parallel English and French text: Read the specially designed stories either in English or in French and learn new vocabulary in both languages. Raise your child to become bilingual: This bilingual storybook is a perfect way to get your child interested in learning a second language. Free French and English audio: The book comes with downloadable audio in both French and English. Follow along as you read or listen to the audio together with your child. Great for adults, too! For French language learners who love short fantasy stories, this book will help you learn vocabulary and improve your listening and pronunciation skills in an effortless and enjoyable way. Make tonight's bedtime routine fun and exciting with this book and its accompanying audio!

Little Red Riding Hood
Little Red Riding Hood

Author: Jacob Grimm

Publisher:

Published: 2025-01-23

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781782706519

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Build confidence and engagement with this Rebus favourite fairy tale; through seeing and saying the picture words, children develop essential early pre-reading skills, and begin to understand and enjoy the reading process.

Short Stories in German for Beginners
Short Stories in German for Beginners

Author: Olly Richards

Publisher: Teach Yourself

Published: 2018-11-13

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781473683372

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An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young and adult learners. "I love Olly's work - and you will too!" - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for Numbers Short Stories in German for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight captivating stories will both entertain you, and give you a feeling of progress when reading. What does this book give you? · Eight stories in a variety of exciting genres, from science fiction and crime to history and thriller - making reading fun, while you learn a wide range of new vocabulary · Controlled language at your level, including the 1000 most frequent words, to help you progress confidently · Authentic spoken dialogues, to help you learn conversational expressions and improve your speaking ability · Pleasure! It's much easier to learn a new language when you're having fun, and research shows that if you're enjoying reading in a foreign language, you won't experience the usual feelings of frustration - 'It's too hard!' 'I don't understand!' · Accessible grammar so you learn new structures naturally, in a stress-free way Carefully curated to make learning a new language easy, these stories include key features that will support and consolidate your progress, including · A glossary for bolded words in each text · A bilingual word list · Full plot summary · Comprehension questions after each chapter. As a result, you will be able to focus on enjoying reading, delighting in your improved range of vocabulary and grasp of the language, without ever feeling overwhelmed or frustrated. From science fiction to fantasy, to crime and thrillers, Short Stories in German for Beginners will make learning German easy and enjoyable.