The Blue Light
A young woman's husband dies, leaving her with a child. She marries again but the second husband is cruel and abusive. The first husband returns from the dead to rescue his wife and child.
By Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm · First published 1815 · Genre: Fairy Tale, Fantasy, Adventure · 2,114 words
First lines
There was once on a time, a soldier who for many years had served the King faithfully. But when the war came to an end he could serve no longer because of the many wounds which he had received.
The King said to him, "You may return to your home, I need you no longer. You will not receive any more money, for only he receives wages who renders me service for them."
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The Blue Light is listed on Textopian as a fable by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, dated 1815 CE.
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- Work type: Fable
- Author: Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
- Date: 1815 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fairy Tale, Fantasy, Adventure, Folklore, Moral Story
- Length: 2,114 words
- Structure: 1 section, 51 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Fairy Tale — The narrative features magical elements, a moral lesson, and a fantastical plot typical of fairy tales.
- Fantasy — The story includes supernatural occurrences, such as the magical blue light and the appearance of the Little Black Man.
- Adventure — The protagonist embarks on a journey filled with challenges, including encounters with a witch and a quest for justice.
- Folklore — The tale is rooted in traditional folklore, with archetypal characters like the soldier, witch, and king.
Tags
Fairy Tale · German Folklore · Short Story · Fantasy · Adventure · Magic · Mystery · Supernatural · Romance · Tragedy · Coming of Age · Self-Discovery