'Heinrich Frauenlob' is the story of the death of the most chivalrous priest in Mayence.
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Ep. 1033 - Legends of the Rhine - The Knave of Bergen
'The Knave of Bergen' is the story of a most unusual knighting.
Ep. 1032 - Legends of the Rhine - The Bells of Speyer
Our final tale from Germany for the week is 'The Bells of Speyer' a tale of love, treachery and judgement.
Ep. 1031 - Legends of the Rhine - The Nibelungen Lied
Today's story (The Nibelungen Lied) is one of the most famous German stories around, and part of the basis for Wagner's "Ring Cycle".
Ep. 1030 - Legends of the Rhine - The Little Man at the Angels Pillar
'The Little Man at the Angels Pillar' is a tale in which a critic is put in his place in a most amusing way.
Ep. 1029 - Legends of the Rhine - The Cathedral Clock
'The Cathedral Clock' is a story from Strassburg all about corrupt politicians and a truly magnificent piece of horology.
Ep. 1028 - Legends of the Rhine - The Toy of the Young Giantess
'The Toy of the Young Giantess' is a story that should be relatable for every parent out there - the tale of a child finding a marvelous toy that's not a toy at all.
Ep. 1027 - Legends of the Rhine - One Hour in Advance
'One Hour in Advance' may be one of the shortest tales I've brought you on The Folktale Project, but it's still one of my favorites from this collection.
Ep. 1024 - Legends of the Rhine - Introduction and The Petrified Alp
You voted, and I listened. Today we begin "Legends of the Rhine" - quite possibly my favorite collection of German folklore.
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Ep. 962 - One Hour in Advance - A German Folktale
Our final story from Germany this week, 'One Hour in Advance' is a quick tale all about the quick thinking of a watchman in the attempted takeover of Basle.
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