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Mother Holle

Mother Holle

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"Mother Holle" is a German fairy tale collected by the Brothers Grimm. The story follows a young girl who falls into a well and finds herself in a magical world ruled by an old woman named Mother Holle. The girl helps Mother Holle with her chores and is rewarded with gold and kindness. However, the girl becomes homesick and returns to the real world, where she is covered in pitch instead of gold. The story is a cautionary tale about the importance of hard work, kindness, and personal responsibility. It also highlights the transformative power of kindness and the consequences of greed and laziness. The story has been adapted and retold in various forms throughout the years, including plays, films, and illustrated books.

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