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The endnotes provide a brief translator's note explaining that 'The Blocksberg' or 'Brocken' refers to the highest peak of the Hartz mountains, traditionally associated with the gathering of witches in German folklore.

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The endnotes provide a brief translator's note explaining that 'The Blocksberg' or 'Brocken' refers to the highest peak of the Hartz mountains, traditionally associated with the gathering of witches in German folklore.

Key passages

  • The Blocksberg , or Brocken , is the name of the highest part of the Hartz mountains, where the German witches celebrate their saturnalia.

    The Blocksberg, also called the Brocken, is the highest peak in the Hartz range and is traditionally known as the gathering place for German witches during their festivals.

    Translator's clarification of a geographical and folkloric reference.

Master Flea — Endnotes Explained