Publisher's Synopsis
The Legends of the Rhine from Basle to Rotterdam is a book written by F. J. Kiefer that explores the myths, legends, and folklore surrounding the famous Rhine River in Europe. The book covers the stretch of the river from its source in the Swiss city of Basel to its mouth in the Dutch city of Rotterdam, and delves into the stories and legends associated with the various towns, castles, and landmarks along the way.The book is divided into chapters that focus on different sections of the river, and each chapter includes a collection of tales and legends that have been passed down through generations. Some of the stories are based on historical events, while others are pure fiction, but all of them provide a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Rhine region.The Legends of the Rhine from Basle to Rotterdam is a fascinating read for anyone interested in history, folklore, or travel. It offers a unique perspective on one of Europe's most iconic waterways, and provides a window into the lives and beliefs of the people who have lived along its banks for centuries.Perhaps this volume is best memorialized by its mention In a A Tramp Abroad by Mark Twain, where he writes: In one of the shops I had the luck to stumble upon a book which has charmed me nearly to death. It is entitled The Legends of the Rhine from Basle to Rotterdam, by F. J. Kiefer; translated by L. W. Garnham. All tourists mention the Rhine legends-in that sort of way which quietly pretends that the mentioner has been familiar with them all his life, and that the reader cannot possibly be ignorant of them-but no tourist ever tells them. So this little book fed me in a very hungry place; and I, in my turn, intend to feed my reader, with one or two little lunches from the same larder. I shall not mar Garnharn's translation by meddling with its English; for the most toothsome thing about it is its quaint fashion of building English sentences on the German plan-and punctuating them accordingly to no plan at all.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
