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The Nutcracker and the Mouse King

Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann
ger. Nussknacker und Mausekönig · 1816
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Main Ideas

Main Ideas

  • The magic of Christmas Eve and children's dreams materialize into reality
  • The battle of good versus evil, represented by the Nutcracker's fight against the Mouse King
  • The theme of transformation: the Nutcracker changes from a toy into a prince
  • The power of faith and true friendship can create miracles
  • The importance of family traditions and the warmth of home
  • The journey as a metaphor for inner growth and self-discovery
The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
Date of publication: 16 May 2024
Updated: 9 July 2024
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Author: 
Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann
Original title: ger. Nussknacker und Mausekönig · 1816
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