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When young Marie Stahlbaum's favorite Christmas toy, the Nutcracker, comes alive, she realizes that she is about to start the adventure of a lifetime. After defeating the evil Mouse King in battle, her handsome Nutcracker whisks her away to a magical kingdom populated by dolls.

E.T.A. Hoffman's magical tale of an enchanted nutcracker, an evil mouse king, and a faithful young girl has been a holiday classic for generations. Combined here with the much-loved music of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite, the narrated story unfolds with a bewitching blend of wonder and drama that is sure to delight time and time again.

Hoffmann, among the greatest and most popular of the German Romantics, is renowned for his humorous and sometimes horrifying tales of supernatural beings. This selection, while stressing the variety of his work, focuses on those stories in which the real and the supernatural are brought into contact and conflict. This new translation includes The Golden Pot, The Sandman, Princess Brambilla, Master Flea, and My Cousin's Corner Window.

Tony Robinson stars in this BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation of E. T. A. Hoffmann's renowned Christmas story, which inspired Tchaikovsky's ballet The Nutcracker. It is Christmas Eve, and young Mary and Fred are opening presents from their godfather, Drosselmeier the toymaker. Mary's favourite gift is a nutcracker soldier, and she is disappointed when his jaw breaks on a particularly hard nut.

The Sand-Man (German: Der Sandmann, 1816) is a short story written in German by E. T. A. Hoffmann. It was the first in an 1817 book of stories titled Die Nachtstücke (The Night Pieces). The story is told by a narrator who claims to have known Lothar. It begins by quoting three letters.

The Nutcracker and the Mouse King (German: Nußknacker und Mausekönig) is a story written in 1816 by E. T. A. Hoffmann in which young Marie Stahlbaum's favorite Christmas toy, the Nutcracker, comes alive and, after defeating the evil Mouse King in battle, whisks her away to a magical kingdom populated by dolls.

"Master Flea: A Fairy-Tale in Seven Adventures of Two Friends" is a humorous fairytale fantasy novel by E. T. A. Hoffmann first published in 1822. Set in the city of Frankfurt am Main, the novel follows the story of Peregrinus Tyss, who becomes entangled in the conflict between supernatural characters in bourgeois form over Dörtje Elverdink, in reality princess Gamaheh of Famagusta.

Der ›reisende Enthusiast‹ bewundert und verehrt die Darstellerin der Donna Anna in Mozarts "Don Giovanni". Er findet hinter einer Tapetentür in seinem Hotelzimmer einen Geheimgang, der in eine Opernloge führt. Als er durch die Hauptstraße Berlins spazierte, falt ihm ein altes, nur notdürftig unterhaltenes Haus auf, das zwischen zwei prächtigen Gebäuden steht. Die Geschichte handelt von Nathanael, der seit seiner Kindheit von der Angst vor einer unheimlichen Figur namens Sandmann verfolgt wird. Bei einem dieser Experimente stirbt Nathanaels Vater, was Nathanael tief traumatisiert.

In diesem Kistchen befindet sich nun aus dem Nachlaß des heiligen Antonius eben eine solche Flasche mit einem Teufelselixier. Übrigens kann ich versichern, lieber Bruder Medardus, daß, sooft ich die Flasche, ja nur dieses Kistchen, worin sie verschlossen, berühre, mich ein unerklärliches inneres Grauen angewandelt

Here are some truly spooky stories, given a spine-tingling read by Richard Pasco. The stories include "The Mark of the Beast" by Rudyard Kipling, "Aurelia" by E.T.A. Hoffmann, "Ligeia" by Edgar Allan Poe, "Mrs. Amworth" by E.F. Benson, and "Dracula's Guest" by Bram Stoker.

Dive into the enchanting world of E. T. A. Hoffmanns Weird Tales, a captivating collection of gothic novellas set against the backdrop of Germany, Italy, and the more mysterious corners of Europe. These stories offer a subtle exploration of the supernatural, often revealing their weirdness through extraordinary characters and uncanny circumstances rather than overt paranormal elements. Central to each tale are two powerful themes the intense passion of young, tragic love and an unwavering devotion to Art in all its forms. With a near-religious reverence, Hoffmann crafts narratives that ...

Experiencing a story read out loud is one of the oldest forms of entertainment there is. Fireside Reading is a way to slow down, reconnect with the timeless wisdom of great books and rediscover the simple pleasure of being read to. Join Gildart Jackson in front of a cozy fire as he reads The Nutcracker and the Mouse King by E.T.A. Hoffman to you and your family.

The Classic Collection of E.T.A. Hoffmann: presents two of the most enchanting and imaginative works by the renowned German author E.T.A. Hoffmann: The Nutcracker and the Mouse King" and "The Golden Pot. In The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, readers are transported to a world of fantasy and wonder as they follow the adventures of Clara and her beloved Nutcracker. Hoffmann's captivating storytelling takes us on a magical journey filled with toy soldiers, a fierce battle with the Mouse King, and a visit to the Land of Sweets. This beloved tale has become a timeless classic and a holiday tradition, inspiring Tchaikovsky's famous ballet.

In this compilation from Skyboat Media, composers and artists, miners and soldiers, tinkerers and amateur psychologists must fend for themselves in the struggle for their own “ideal” wherein they may find either happiness and salvation, or tragedy and madness. Originally published in German from 1816-1818 and in English from 1885-1908.

Hörspiel, Lesung, Oper, Gesang: So abwechslungs- und facettenreich E. T. A. Hoffmanns Sammlung ist, so vielseitig ist die grandiose Umsetzung durch Klaus Buhlert. Eigens komponierte Musik und die herausragenden Sprecher machen die phantastischen Erzählungen zum Hörspiel-Ereignis für Groß und Klein. Enthält: "Der Einsiedler Serapion", "Rat Krespel", "Das Fräulein von Scuderi", "Nussknacker und Mausekönig", "Eine Spukgeschichte", "Der Baron von B.", "Die Bergwerke zu Falun", "Der Artushof", "Die Automate", "Nachricht aus dem Leben eines bekannten Mannes", "Signor Formica" und "Die Königsbraut"

«Рассуждения кота Мурра»—это одно из ключевых произведений признанного мастера слова, известнейшего немецкого писателя и автора сказок Э.Т.А. Гофмана. Как известно, его творчество представляет собой уникальное сочетание гротескно-романтической фантазии и критического сарказма по отношению к повседневной реальности. Здесь повествование ведётся от лица гениального кота Мурра и время от времени прерывается описаниями жизни капельмейстера Крейслера.

El Hombre de Arena (Der Sandmann) es el cuento más célebre de E.T.A. Hoffmann. Publicado en 1817 en sus Cuentos nocturnos (Nachtstücke), es el cuento más representativo del máximo autor del género del romanticismo negro (Schwarze Romantik, conocido también como literatura del terror gótico) durante el siglo XIX. El cuento relata la vida de un muchacho llamado, Nathanaël, quien está traumatizado por la muerte de su padre, que murió en muy extrañas circunstancias, ocurrida durante su infancia.

Felix und Christlieb leben im Einklang mit der Natur – bis ihr reicher Onkel aus der Stadt mit modernem Spielzeug und dem strengen Magister Tinte auftaucht, der Fantasie und Freiheit unterdrücken will.

E. T. A. Hoffmann (1776 – 1822), was a German Romantic author of fantasy and horror as well as a jurist, composer, music critic, draftsman and caricaturist. His stories were highly influential during the 19th century, and he is one of the major authors of the Romantic movement."The Mines of Falun" tells the story of Elis Fröbom, a sailor, who returns from the East Indies to Gotherburg in Sweden, only to discover that his mother has died and he is alone in the world.

With timeless classics from some of the most notable names in literature, this Christmas story bundle is the perfect listen for the most wonderful time of the year.