3 Review(s)

"The Old Man of the Mountain" (German: "Der alte vom Berge") - This novella tells the story of a young man named Walter who encounters a mysterious old man living in the mountains. The old man possesses supernatural powers and offers Walter wealth and success in exchange for his soul. However, Walter soon realizes the true cost of his bargain."The Lovecharm" (German: "Die Gemälde") - In this novella, a young painter named Teobaldo becomes infatuated with a beautiful woman he sees in a painting. He becomes obsessed with finding her and discovers that she is a noblewoman named Ginevra. Teobaldo's pursuit of Ginevra leads to a series of tragic events."Pietro of Abano" (German: "Peter von Abano") - This novella follows the story of Pietro, a young scholar who becomes involved in alchemy and the occult. Pietro's experiments lead him to summon a demon named Astarte, with whom he forms a pact. However, Pietro soon realizes the consequences of his actions and seeks redemption.Each of these novellas explores themes of temptation, the supernatural, and the human condition. Tieck's writing is characterized by its richly imaginative storytelling, vivid imagery, and exploration of philosophical and moral questions.