Hoffmann's short story "Der Sandmann," published in 1816.
The earliest written work featuring the character is believed to be German Romantic author E.T.A. This element is likely borrowed from Scandinavian folklore. In many versions of the story, the Sandman sprinkles sand into a child's eyes to make them fall asleep. There is no consensus among experts as to the origin of the Sandman in folklore, as it is believed to be part of a long history of stories passed from generation to generation and from culture to culture. In one story from Kim Fu's collection Lesser Known Monsters of the 21st Century, an insomniac character is visited by the Sandman and subsequently finds it much easier to fall asleep. This article relates to Lesser Known Monsters of the 21st Century
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