Beschrijving
The Shepherd Boy. A foundling child who herds animals finds three objects (of glass) which he gives back to their owners. They promise to reward him [Q42]. With the help of the last owner, a giant, the boy fulfills three tasks. He acquires a castle in which a princess is confined. He rescues her and marries her [L161].
Motief
Q42
L161
Commentaar
Known mainly in Sweden, where it was recorded in 1844. Structural elements well known in other tales.
Oorspronkelijk Verhaaltype
515
Subgenre
sprookje