Weird Tales

Weird Tales

by E. T. A. Hoffmann

E.T.A. Hoffmann's 'Weird Tales' is a collection of gothic novellas set in various locations across Europe, predominantly Germany and Italy. While the supernatural element is subtle, the stories' 'weirdness' emanates from their extraordinary characters, intriguing circumstances, and coincidences, often exploring darker emotions in somber settings. The tales weave a tapestry of passion, focusing not only on tragic young love but also on the profound dedication to art in its various forms, from poetry and painting to music and craftsmanship. Hoffmann's almost religious reverence for artistic expression makes these stories profoundly influential on later writers, connecting him to prominent literary figures like the Brontë sisters and Marina Tsvetaeva.

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Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann was a German Romantic author of fantasy and Gothic horror, a jurist, composer, music critic and artist. His stories form the basis of Jacques Offenbach's opera The Tales...

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