Content The medieval city of Hamelin. Every time the "Great King Rat," secretly revered by the rulers, spits out gold coins, the town is overrun with rats, and the residents tremble in the shadow of death. Then, a man with a mysterious flute appears and makes a deal to rid the town of the rats... A new interpretation of the legend of the "Pied Piper of Hamelin," Ende's latest work challenges the modern black magic of "money." About the Author Michael Ende Born in Garmisch, Southern Germany, in 1929-95. Novelist. His books have been translated into various languages and are supported by a wide range of ages. The Dance of Death in Hamelin by Michael Ende / Translated by Mariko Sato / Translated by Michiko Koyasu A Japanese hardcover picture book by Michael Ende. - Title: The Dance of Death in Hamelin - Author: Michael Ende - Language: Japanese - Publisher: Hamelin - Binding: Hardcover Thank you for viewing.