A Twofold Life by Wilhelmine von Hillern

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Author Hillern, Wilhelmine von, 1836-1916
Uniform Title Doppelleben. English
Title A Twofold Life
Note Reading ease score: 68.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive
Summary "A Twofold Life" by Wilhelmine von Hillern is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the complex emotional struggles of Heinrich von Ottmar as he navigates his passionate attraction to Madame d'Anneaud, a captivating Parisian lady, while grappling with his sense of duty and moral integrity. The narrative likely explores themes of duality in human nature and the conflict between desire and responsibility. At the start of the novel, the reader is introduced to Heinrich, who is in an intense and tumultuous relationship with Madame d'Anneaud. The opening scenes depict their conflicting emotions as they grapple with the consequences of their connection amidst societal expectations. Heinrich expresses his desperation to leave the relationship for the sake of his honor, while Madame d'Anneaud reveals her own dissatisfaction with her marriage and her desire to keep Heinrich close. Their passionate exchanges reveal the internal conflict within Heinrich, who is torn between his feelings and the moral implications of his actions. This introduction sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the challenges of love, loyalty, and self-identity that are central to the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject German fiction -- Translations into English
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