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The Tale of Peter Schlemihl The Man Without a Shadow

The Tale of Peter Schlemihl The Man Without a Shadow

By: Adelbert von Chamisso
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 Join us on a captivating journey into the life of Peter Schlemihl, an ordinary man who makes a fateful deal with the devil trading his shadow for a bottomless purse. Initially, this seems like a dream come true, but Peter soon discovers that being without a shadow makes him an outcast in society, and no amount of wealth can mend that rift. Though the story of Peter Schlemihl remains a classic, the original text has faded from popular reading. This accessible translation by F.H. Hedge offers a fresh introduction for modern listeners seeking to explore this timeless tale. - Summary by CarolinCopyright International Ambient Sounds Social Sciences World
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  • 012 - Chapter XI

    012 - Chapter XI
    Jan 17 2026
    Join us on a captivating journey into the life of Peter Schlemihl, an ordinary man who makes a fateful deal with the devil trading his shadow for a bottomless purse. Initially, this seems like a dream come true, but Peter soon discovers that being without a shadow makes him an outcast in society, and no amount of wealth can mend that rift. Though the story of Peter Schlemihl remains a classic, the original text has faded from popular reading. This accessible translation by F.H. Hedge offers a fresh introduction for modern listeners seeking to explore this timeless tale. - Summary by Carolin
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    13 mins
  • 011 - Chapter X

    011 - Chapter X
    Jan 17 2026
    Join us on a captivating journey into the life of Peter Schlemihl, an ordinary man who makes a fateful deal with the devil trading his shadow for a bottomless purse. Initially, this seems like a dream come true, but Peter soon discovers that being without a shadow makes him an outcast in society, and no amount of wealth can mend that rift. Though the story of Peter Schlemihl remains a classic, the original text has faded from popular reading. This accessible translation by F.H. Hedge offers a fresh introduction for modern listeners seeking to explore this timeless tale. - Summary by Carolin
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    7 mins
  • 010 - Chapter IX

    010 - Chapter IX
    Jan 17 2026
    Join us on a captivating journey into the life of Peter Schlemihl, an ordinary man who makes a fateful deal with the devil trading his shadow for a bottomless purse. Initially, this seems like a dream come true, but Peter soon discovers that being without a shadow makes him an outcast in society, and no amount of wealth can mend that rift. Though the story of Peter Schlemihl remains a classic, the original text has faded from popular reading. This accessible translation by F.H. Hedge offers a fresh introduction for modern listeners seeking to explore this timeless tale. - Summary by Carolin
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    9 mins
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