Beschrijving
Killing the Returned Soldier. The son of an innkeeper couple gains riches abroad and returns home. He shows his wealth but does not disclose his identity. During the night he is killed by his parents out of greed. The deed is discovered by a third person (usually by his sister) or by an identifying possession. The parents commit suicide [N321]. Cf. Type 935.
Motief
N321
Commentaar
Documented in the 17th century.
Oorspronkelijk Verhaaltype
939A
Subgenre
sprookje