Die Kinder auf dem Abendberg: Eine Weihnachtsgabe by Gräfin Ida Hahn-Hahn
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Have you ever picked up a book and felt like you’d found a secret door to another time? That’s how I felt reading Die Kinder auf dem Abendberg. Written in 1845 by Countess Ida Hahn-Hahn, it was originally a Christmas gift for her readers. The story itself feels like a gift—a small, precious one wrapped in old paper.
The Story
The plot follows Alfred, a young man who, while traveling, hears whispers about the ‘Abendberg’ (Evening Mountain). They say strange children live there, appearing only at dusk. Driven by curiosity, he goes to investigate. He finds them—a quiet, orderly group of kids being cared for by a kind woman. But nothing is as simple as it seems. Where are their parents? Why do they live in such isolation? Alfred’s gentle probing slowly reveals a poignant and surprising truth that connects directly to a local tragedy.
Why You Should Read It
Forget sugar-coated Christmas tales. This book has heart, but it’s a melancholic, thoughtful one. Hahn-Hahn doesn’t just give us a mystery; she asks quiet questions about charity, society’s outcasts, and how we heal from grief. The children aren’t magical—they’re deeply human, and that’s what makes their situation so compelling. It’s less about a big dramatic reveal and more about the gentle unfolding of understanding.
Final Verdict
This is for the reader who loves historical fiction with soul. If you enjoy authors like Elizabeth Gaskell or the quieter moments in Dickens, you’ll appreciate Hahn-Hahn’s voice. It’s also perfect for anyone seeking a thoughtful, off-the-beaten-path holiday read that focuses on light found in dark places. Just be prepared for a story that lingers, softly, like the last light of a winter evening.
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Paul Brown
9 months agoGreat reference material for my coursework.
Karen Hernandez
2 months agoWow.
Michael Allen
11 months agoCitation worthy content.
Michelle Lopez
1 year agoThe index links actually work, which is rare!