| Author |
Raabe, Wilhelm, 1831-1910 |
| Title |
Alte Nester: Zwei Bücher Lebensgeschichten
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Alte Nester: Zwei Bücher Lebensgeschichten" by Wilhelm Raabe is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds primarily through the perspective of Fritz Langreuter, who reflects on his childhood memories, the complexities of human fate, and the cultural context of his time. The narrative explores themes of memories, loss, and the quiet yet profound lives of ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances. At the start of the novel, Fritz introduces his recollections beginning with the tragic news of his father's death, a repercussion of his father's duties as a Steuerkontrolleur. His mother clings to him, overwhelmed by grief, as they travel to Schloss Werden to cope with their loss. The opening vividly describes the emotional turmoil they experience, contrasted with the idyllic yet tumultuous natural surroundings they traverse. Fritz's innocent observations and the ensuing interaction with a grieving family demonstrate the deep bond between personal loss and communal connection, setting the stage for an exploration of familial ties and societal expectations as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
German literature -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
47268 |
| Release Date |
Nov 2, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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