New Releases by E.T.A. Hoffmann

The Greatest Animal Tales for a Warm Fuzzy Christmas'' is a rare and enchanting anthology that amalgamates the finest animal stories from a pivotal era of English literature, tailored to instill warmth and joy during the festive season. This collection displays a remarkable diversity in literary styles, ranging from the whimsical and fanciful adventures in Beatrix Potter''s tales to the profound emotional depth of Anna Sewell''s narratives. Such a vast spectrum not only showcases the narrative versatility inherent in animal tales but also the profound ability of these stories to mirror human emotions and societal values. This anthology stands as a testament to the timelessness and universal appeal of its contents, bringing together iconic pieces whose thematic richness and narrative innovation continue to captivate readers of all ages. The distinguished authors and editors contributing to this volume, including Charles Dickens, Beatrix Potter, and L. Frank Baum, among others, bring a collective wealth of experience and recognition to the anthology. Their backgrounds, ranging across different epochs and movements within the broad spectrum of English literature, enrich the collection with a multitude of perspectives and narratives, all unified by the common thread of animal themes. This assemblage reflects the evolving attitudes towards animals, nature, and storytelling across different periods, thus providing a panoramic view of the cultural and literary shifts pertaining to animal narratives. This anthology invites readers on a journey through the hearts and minds of some of literature''s most beloved figures, offering a unique blend of comfort, nostalgia, and delight. ''The Greatest Animal Tales for a Warm Fuzzy Christmas'' is an essential addition to any library, offering an unparalleled opportunity to explore the depths of human emotion, moral complexity, and the timeless bond between humans and animals through the lens of literature''s finest storytellers. It promises not just a celebration of the festive spirit but a profound exploration of the themes of love, compassion, adventure, and resilience that underpin these tales. As such, it appeals to readers seeking both the comfort of familiar stories and the thrill of discovering new insights within the pages of literary history.

‘The Entail’ (1885) is a ‘weird tale’ written by the German Romantic author E. T. A. Hoffmann, most famous for his novella ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’ (1816) which inspired Tchaikovsky’s opera ‘The Nutcracker’. This classic short horror story tells of a castle haunted by the ghost of a murderer. It is perfect for fans of horror and fantasy fiction and the authors H. P. Lovecraft and Neil Gaiman. Ernst Theodor Wilhelm Hoffmann (1776-1822), better known as E. T. A. Hoffmann, was a German Romantic author of fantasy and gothic horror. He was also a composer, music critic, draftsman and caricaturist. Hoffmann''s stories inspired several famous operatic composers, including Richard Wagner, Jacques Offenbach and Léo Delibes. He is also the author of the novella ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’, on which Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet, ‘The Nutcracker’ is based. The story also inspired the film ‘The Nutcracker and the Four Realms’ (2018), starring Keira Knightley, Morgan Freeman, Helen Mirren.

‘The Serapion Brethren’ is the name of a literary and social circle created in Berlin in 1818 by the German romantic writer E. T. A. Hoffmann and his friends. ‘The Serapion Brethren’ is also the name of a four-volume collection of Hoffmann''s novellas and fairy tales that appeared in 1819, 1820, and 1821. Volume 2 includes the stories: ‘The Life of a Well-known Character’, ‘Albertine''s wooers’, ‘The Uncanny Guest’, ‘Mademoiselle Scuderi’, ‘Gamblers'', ‘Fortune’, ‘Signor Formica’, ‘Phenomena’, ‘The Mutual Interdependence of Things’, ‘The King''s Betrothed’. E. T. A. Hoffmann was a German romantic author, most famous for his novella ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’ (1816) which inspired Tchaikovsky’s ballet ‘The Nutcracker’. These classic short stories are perfect for fans of horror and fantasy fiction and the authors H. P. Lovecraft and Neil Gaiman. Ernst Theodor Wilhelm Hoffmann (1776-1822), better known as E. T. A. Hoffmann, was a German romantic author of fantasy and gothic horror. He was also a composer, music critic, draftsman and caricaturist. Hoffmann''s stories inspired several famous operatic composers, including Richard Wagner, Jacques Offenbach and Léo Delibes. He is also the author of the novella ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’, on which Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet, ‘The Nutcracker’ is based. The story also inspired the film ‘The Nutcracker and the Four Realms’ (2018), starring Keira Knightley, Morgan Freeman, Helen Mirren.

‘The Doge and Dogess’ (1885) is a ‘weird tale’ written by the German Romantic author E. T. A. Hoffmann, most famous for his novella ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’ (1816) which inspired Tchaikovsky’s opera ‘The Nutcracker’. This classic fantasy short story is perfect for fans of horror and fantasy fiction and the authors H. P. Lovecraft and Neil Gaiman. Ernst Theodor Wilhelm Hoffmann (1776-1822), better known as E. T. A. Hoffmann, was a German Romantic author of fantasy and gothic horror. He was also a composer, music critic, draftsman and caricaturist. Hoffmann''s stories inspired several famous operatic composers, including Richard Wagner, Jacques Offenbach and Léo Delibes. He is also the author of the novella ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’, on which Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet, ‘The Nutcracker’ is based. The story also inspired the film ‘The Nutcracker and the Four Realms’ (2018), starring Keira Knightley, Morgan Freeman, Helen Mirren.

‘Master Martin, The Cooper, and His Journal’ (1885) is a ‘weird tale’ written by the German romantic author E. T. A. Hoffmann, most famous for his novella ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’ (1816) which inspired Tchaikovsky’s ballet ‘The Nutcracker’. Johannes Wacht is orphaned at an early age and taken in by the town council’s master craftsman. But the carpenter''s death sends Johannes on a journey to Bamberg and a new life. This classic short story is perfect for fans of horror and fantasy fiction and the authors H. P. Lovecraft and Neil Gaiman. Ernst Theodor Wilhelm Hoffmann (1776-1822), better known as E. T. A. Hoffmann, was a German romantic author of fantasy and gothic horror. He was also a composer, music critic, draftsman and caricaturist. Hoffmann''s stories inspired several famous operatic composers, including Richard Wagner, Jacques Offenbach and Léo Delibes. He is also the author of the novella ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’, on which Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet, ‘The Nutcracker’ is based. The story also inspired the film ‘The Nutcracker and the Four Realms’ (2018), starring Keira Knightley, Morgan Freeman, Helen Mirren.

‘Gambler’s Luck’ (1855) is a ‘weird tale’ written by the German romantic author E. T. A. Hoffmann, most famous for his novella ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’ (1816) which inspired Tchaikovsky’s ballet ‘The Nutcracker’. A young German baron enjoys a lucky streak at the gambling tables and becomes addicted. One night, a stranger appears at the gambling table and tells the Baron an incredible tale... This classic short story is perfect for fans of horror and fantasy fiction and the authors H. P. Lovecraft and Neil Gaiman. Ernst Theodor Wilhelm Hoffmann (1776-1822), better known as E. T. A. Hoffmann, was a German Romantic author of fantasy and gothic horror. He was also a composer, music critic, draftsman and caricaturist. Hoffmann''s stories inspired several famous operatic composers, including Richard Wagner, Jacques Offenbach and Léo Delibes. He is also the author of the novella ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’, on which Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet, ‘The Nutcracker’ is based. The story also inspired the film ‘The Nutcracker and the Four Realms’ (2018), starring Keira Knightley, Morgan Freeman, Helen Mirren.

‘Arthur’s Hall’ (1885) is a ‘weird tale’ written by the German Romantic author E. T. A. Hoffmann, most famous for his novella ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’ (1816) which inspired Tchaikovsky’s opera ‘The Nutcracker’. This classic short horror story is perfect for fans of horror and fantasy fiction and authors H. P. Lovecraft and Neil Gaiman. Ernst Theodor Wilhelm Hoffmann (1776-1822), better known as E. T. A. Hoffmann, was a German Romantic author of fantasy and gothic horror. He was also a composer, music critic, draftsman and caricaturist. Hoffmann''s stories inspired several famous operatic composers, including Richard Wagner, Jacques Offenbach and Léo Delibes. He is also the author of the novella ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’, on which Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet, ‘The Nutcracker’ is based. The story also inspired the film ‘The Nutcracker and the Four Realms’ (2018), starring Keira Knightley, Morgan Freeman, Helen Mirren.

Set in Paris during King Louis the fourteenth''s reign, E.T.A Hoffmann''s ''Mademoiselle Scuderi'' throws the reader into a city under siege from an organised group of thieves who rob citizens of their expensive jewellery. Aristocrat, Mademoiselle Scuderi, pens a poem mocking the men who now fear going out at night to see their mistresses but when an unexpected man visits her and delivers a box of jewellery, as thanks for supporting the thieves, Scuderi is plunged into a dangerous game of passion, crime, and murder. People who enjoyed Netflix’s adaptation of ‘Lupin’ shouldn’t hesitate to read Hoffmann''s exciting crime thriller ''Mademoiselle Scuderi'' E.T.A Hoffmann was a German author of fantasy, and gothic horror, and was highly influential on the Romantic Movement. He is perhaps best known for writing the novella ''The Nutcracker and the Mouse King'' which was the inspiration for Tchaikovsky''s ballet ''The Nutcracker''.

In ''Lebensansichten des Katers Murr'' von E.T.A. Hoffmann taucht der Leser in eine faszinierende Welt voller Ironie, Fantasie und dunkler Abgründe ein. Das Buch, das als eines der Meisterwerke der deutschen Romantik gilt, präsentiert die Lebensgeschichte des Katers Murr in Form eines doppelten Buches, wobei seine eigene Autobiographie auf die des Schriftstellers Johannes Kreisler trifft. Hoffmanns bemerkenswerter literarischer Stil kombiniert Realismus mit übernatürlichen Elementen und erzeugt eine einzigartige Atmosphäre, die den Leser in den Bann zieht. Der Autor nutzt die Erzählungen des Katers Murr und Johannes Kreisler, um tiefgründige Themen wie Identität, Kreativität und die Komplexität des menschlichen Geistes zu erforschen. Die Verschmelzung von Tier- und Menschengeschichten sowie deren gegenseitige Spiegelung schafft eine vielschichtige Erzählstruktur, die den Leser herausfordert und fasziniert. E.T.A. Hoffmann, bekannt für seine dunklen und fantastischen Erzählungen, zeigt in ''Lebensansichten des Katers Murr'' erneut sein außergewöhnliches literarisches Talent. Als Schriftsteller, Musiker und Zeichner verarbeitet er in diesem Werk seine eigenen Erfahrungen und Beobachtungen und schafft so eine tiefgründige und komplexe Erzählung. Hoffmanns Interesse an der Verbindung von Realität und Phantasie spiegelt sich in der künstlerischen Gestaltung seines Werkes wider, das sowohl intellektuell anspruchsvoll als auch unterhaltsam ist. ''Lebensansichten des Katers Murr'' ist ein fesselndes Meisterwerk, das nicht nur Liebhaber der deutschen Romantik anspricht, sondern auch Leser, die sich für die komplexe Natur der menschlichen Existenz interessieren.

Üniversiteli Anselmus, elma satan yaşlı bir kadının sepetini devirince bir anda hayatı değişir ve kendini bambaşka bir dünyada bulur. Giderek gündelik yaşamın gerçekliği ile büyülü bir dünyanın gerçekdışılığı arasındaki sınır çizgisinde yaşamaya başlayan Anselmus, bir mürver ağacında gördüğü minik bir yılanın mavi gözlerine vurulur; oysa gerçek dünyada genç ve ihtiraslı Veronika, Anselmus’a âşıktır ve onunla ilgili başka planları vardır. Hoffmann’ın geleneksel masal unsurlarını antik mistisizmin öğeleriyle harmanladığı Altın Çanak, Alman Romantizmi’nin simge metinlerinden biridir. Altın Çanak’ta birbirine tümüyle zıt fantastik dünya ile burjuva dünyası buluşur. Hoffmann, belirgin farklarına rağmen net çizgiler çizmez ve aradaki geçişi akışkan tutar. Zira Hoffmann’ın evreninde gerçeklik, paralel dünyaları mümkün kılan poetik eşiktir ve bu eşikte gerçek ve gerçeküstü tüm varlıklar uyum içinde yaşarlar. #dünyaklasikleri #almanklasikleri #fantastik #fantastikrealizm #masal #başkaalemler #atlantis #almanromantizmi

"The Golden Pot" - a Romantic Fairy Tale by E.T.A. Hoffmann with lithographs by Karl Thylmann

This is a collection of the 7 best short stories of one of the most innovative and influential fantasy and horror authors ever to have been published, E.T.A. Hoffmann. This selection specially chosen by the literary critic August Nemo, contains the following stories: The Golden Pot The Sandman Councillor Krespela Automata The Elementary Spirit The Jesuits'' Church in G-- The Story of the Hard Nut Hoffmann short stories have inspired great writers like Edgar Allan Poe, Stephen King, Neil Gaiman and Jorge Luis Borges, among many others.

“Eğer sen, sevgili okur, arada sırada birçok olaya içinden gelerek gülümsediysen ne mutlu; demek ki sen bu sayfaların yazarının arzu ettiği ruh hali içindeydin ve böylece birçok bakımdan onu mazur görebilirsin!” E.T.A. Hoffmann’ın ilk olarak 1819’da yayımlanan bu masalı, Aydınlanma’nın “ithal” edildiği ve akabinde şiirin yasaklanıp perilerin sınır dışı edildiği, masalların hor görüldüğü bir diyarı anlatıyor. Ülkede kalabilen tek peri Rosabelverde günlerden bir gün ormanda sırtında küçük oğlunu taşıyan bir köylü kadınla karşılaşır. Köylü kadının oğlu Zaches, sevimsiz, kötü huylu, çirkin ve annesinin bile tahammül edemediği bir hilkat garibesidir. Peri, merhamet duyduğu oğlana bir tılsım bahşeder: Bundan böyle, bu tuhaf yaratık kendisine bakan insanlar tarafından dünya güzeli ve akıllı bir insan olarak görülecektir. Küçük Zaches, büyüyüp muhteşem Zinnober olarak başarı merdivenlerini birer birer tırmanır, olaylar gelişir... Alman edebiyatının klasikleri arasında yerini alan Küçük Zaches Namıdiğer Zinnober, gerçeklik ile masalsılığın usta bir dengeyle harmanlandığı, Aydınlanmacı akla yönelik kimi zaman körlüğe varan tutkunun satirik bir üslupla eleştirildiği bir başyapıt.

Mata Hari war der Künstlername der niederländischen Tänzerin Margaretha Geertruida Zelle (1876-1917). Während ihrer Ehe verwendete sie auch die Namen Marguerite Campbell und Lady Gretha MacLeod. Als Spionin für den deutschen Geheimdienst führte sie den Decknamen H 21. Mata Hari war in der Zeit vor und während des Ersten Weltkrieges als exotische Nackttänzerin und exzentrische Künstlerin berühmt. Daneben gilt sie heute als bekannteste Spionin aller Zeiten. Aus dem Buch: "Der Bezirksarzt bei der Pariser Sittenpolizei, Dr. Bizard, berichtet in seiner Studie über den schlechten Lebenswandel während des Krieges, daß er die berühmte Mata Hari in einem öffentlichen Hause kennengelernt habe, lange, bevor sie wegen Spionage zum Tode verurteilt werden sollte. Aber wir erfahren nicht, ob sich die Tänzerin als Pensionärin oder als Gast in diesem Hause befand." Enrique Gómez Carrillo (1873-1927) war ein Diplomat, Novellist und Literaturkritiker.

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. E.T.A. Hoffmann, original name Ernst Theodor Wilhelm Hoffmann (1776 — 1822), German writer, composer, and painter known for his stories in which supernatural and sinister characters move in and out of men''s lives, ironically revealing tragic or grotesque sides of human nature.

Trauma, Wahnsinn und die dämonische Faszination der Liebe: In E. T. A. Hoffmanns berühmter Erzählung wird der Student Nathanael unter dem Einfluss erschütternder Kindheitserinnerungen verrückt und verfällt einer Frau, die jedoch kein Mensch ist. Schaurig-schön poetisiert Hoffmann die innere Zerrissenheit seines Protagonisten zwischen Realität und Phantasie. Ein Meisterwerk der Schwarzen Romantik! E-Book mit Seitenzählung der gedruckten Ausgabe: Buch und E-Book können parallel benutzt werden.

Tomcat Murr is a loveable, self-taught animal who has written his own autobiography. But a printer''s error causes his story to be accidentally mixed and spliced with a book about the composer Johannes Kreisler. As the two versions break off and alternate at dramatic moments, two wildly different characters emerge from the confusion - Murr, the confident scholar, lover, carouser and brawler, and the moody, hypochondriac genius Kreisler. In his exuberant and bizarre novel, Hoffmann brilliantly evokes the fantastic, the ridiculous and the sublime within the humdrum bustle of daily life, making The Life and Opinions of the Tomcat Murr (1820-22) one of the funniest and strangest novels of the nineteenth century.

This selection of Hoffmann''s finest short stories vividly demonstrates his intense imagination and preoccupation with the supernatural, placing him at the forefront of both surrealism and the modern horror genre. Suspense dominates tales such as Mademoiselle de Scudery, in which an apprentice goldsmith and a female novelist find themselves caught up in a series of jewel thefts and murders. In the sinister Sandman, a young man''s sanity is tormented by fears about a mysterious chemist, while in The Choosing of a Bride a greedy father preys on the weaknesses of his daughter''s suitors. Master of the bizarre, Hoffman creates a sinister and unsettling world combining love and madness, black humour and bewildering illusion.

This book offers a long-awaited opportunity to assess the thought and influence of one of the most famous of all writers on music and the musical links with his fiction. Containing the first complete appearance in English of Kreisleriana, it reveals a masterpiece of imaginative writing and whose profound humour and irony can now be fully appreciated.