Die Kurtisane Jamaica by Hans Bethge

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Author Bethge, Hans, 1876-1946
Title Die Kurtisane Jamaica
Note Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents Die Kurtisane Jamaica
Schloß Carnin
Das Bildnis der Geliebten
Nebelnacht
Ebeth
Die Hochzeit des Freundes
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Summary "Die Kurtisane Jamaica" by Hans Bethge is a collection of novellas written in the early 20th century. The title piece follows the captivating character of Jamaica, a beautiful courtesan whose charm and allure draw the admiration of those around her, including the narrator who becomes enamored with her. The stories in the collection explore themes of desire, relationships, and social dynamics in a nuanced manner. The opening of the novella introduces Jamaica as a striking figure who captivates the narrator on a summer day as she walks gracefully through the streets. He is immediately drawn to her beauty and elegance, comparing her to a princess from an exotic land. As he follows her, a friend informs him of her background as a courtesan linked to prominent figures, including a prince and a Swedish count. Despite the nature of her profession, the narrator's infatuation grows, leading to an encounter where they flirt and plan a future meeting. However, the complexities of social relations and potential heartbreak are hinted as Jamaica becomes involved with other men, suggesting a blend of romance and the inevitable complications of love and desire in their interactions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Short stories
Subject Love stories
Subject Germany -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
Subject Germany, Northern -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 23425
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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