Sammendrag av Grimms' Fairy Tales, Part 11

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1. The wolf identifies the singing willow wren as a king, and the curious bear visits his nest.
2. The bear insults the young wrens, who refuse food until their parents defend their honor.
3. The willow-wren declares war, and flying creatures gather against the four-footed animals.
4. A spying gnat learns that the Fox’s raised tail signals attack and his lowered tail signals retreat.
5. A hornet stings the Fox until his tail drops, making his army flee.
6. The young wrens demand an apology, and the frightened bear gives it before they eat and celebrate.

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The nestlings make clear that winning the battle does not settle the insult. They require a personal apology before accepting food.

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