| Author |
Werner, E., 1838-1918 |
| Translator |
Ness, Bertha |
| Title |
Riven Bonds. Vol. I.
A Novel, in Two Volumes
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by Google Books.
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| Summary |
"Riven Bonds. Vol. I." by E. Werner is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in a North German commercial town and revolves around the passionate relationship between a young merchant named Reinhold Almbach and the enchanting singer Signora Biancona, set against a backdrop of societal expectations and family pressures. As Reinhold struggles to balance his musical aspirations with the demands of his business-oriented family, the narrative explores themes of ambition, love, and the yearning for artistic expression. The opening of the novel presents a lively opera scene, capturing the excitement of an audience captivated by Signora Biancona’s performance. During the post-show gathering at Consul Erlau's reception, we are introduced to various characters, including the critical Dr. Welding and the enigmatic young merchant Reinhold Almbach, who feels drawn to Biancona's talent and charm. Tension arises as discussions about art and criticism unfold, reflecting societal divisions. The narrative hints at Reinhold’s complicated personal life, marked by a marriage to Ella, overshadowed by both familial obligations and his frustrations with music's relegation to a mere hobby in his conservative household. As the chapter progresses, Reinhold’s growing connection to Biancona hints at conflicts yet to come, illuminating his inner struggles between loyalty to family and the pursuit of artistic passion. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
German fiction -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
35283 |
| Release Date |
Feb 14, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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