Ludwig Bechsteins Märchenbuch Mit 176 Holzschnitten nach Originalzeichnungen von Ludwig Richter

A lively collection of German folk tales comes alive through Ludwig Richter’s original woodcuts, each image echoing the simple yet vivid world of the narratives. In the opening story a humble tailor from the town of Romadia discovers a strange kind of fame after a sudden bout of bravado—he slays seven flies at once, fashions a shining breastplate, and lets the local gossip turn his modest act into a legend of battlefield prowess.

The tailor, now convinced of his own heroism, strides into the king’s palace where his boastful armor earns him a warm welcome, a comfortable lodging, and a handsome salary—no swords or campaigns required. Yet the court’s seasoned knights grow uneasy, and the king, wary of the sudden upheaval, sets the newcomer a daring test: defeat the two marauding giants that threaten the realm in exchange for the princess’s hand and half the kingdom. The tale blends humor, pride, and the tricky politics of fame, inviting listeners to follow the tailor’s unexpected journey from kitchen‑yard hero to court‑bound challenger.