| Author |
Werner, E., 1838-1918 |
| Translator |
Wister, A. L. (Annis Lee), 1830-1908 |
| Title |
The Alpine Fay: A Romance
|
| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
|
| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive
|
| Summary |
"The Alpine Fay: A Romance" by E. Werner is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in a picturesque Alpine valley, focusing on the conflicting lives of two main characters: Freiherr von Thurgau, a stubborn landowner, and President Nordheim, an ambitious railway magnate. The novel explores themes of heritage versus progress, as well as the dynamics of family and relationships amidst the backdrop of impending modernization. At the start of the narrative, the setting is vividly established with descriptions of the mountain scenery and the secluded vale preparing for the arrival of a railway. Freiherr von Thurgau is introduced as a formidable figure who clings to his inheritance, Wolkenstein Court, and resists pressures from his brother-in-law, Nordheim, who represents the encroaching forces of modernization and commercialism. A tense conversation between the two sets the stage for the ensuing conflict, as Thurgau vows to protect his home from the railway's intrusion, showcasing his deep emotional connection to his land. The chapter also hints at generational tensions and romantic subplots that evolve as other characters are introduced, such as Thurgau's spirited daughter, Erna. The opening portion lays a foundation for a richly woven tale of love, duty, tradition, and change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
|
| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
|
| Subject |
Alps -- Fiction
|
| Subject |
German fiction -- Translations into English
|
| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
35229 |
| Release Date |
Feb 9, 2011 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
60 downloads in the last 30 days. |
|
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!
|
