| Author |
Ganghofer, Ludwig, 1855-1920 |
| Title |
Der Jäger von Fall: Hochlandsroman
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 84.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Der Jäger von Fall: Hochlandsroman" by Ludwig Ganghofer is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds in a picturesque Alpine village during a cold December night, setting the stage for a story intertwined with elements of rural life, nature, and personal strife. Central to the plot is the character Veri, a night watchman, who grapples with loneliness and longing for connection as he patrols the village and encounters a series of dramatic events, including a devastating fire. The opening of the novel introduces us to the serene yet haunting atmosphere of the village Lenggries, where the stillness of night is disrupted by the watchman's duty. As Veri makes his rounds, his contemplative thoughts lead to encounters with local villagers and glimpses of his unfulfilled desires. The situation escalates dramatically when he discovers a house ablaze, prompting a frantic call for help that brings the community together amidst the chaos. The vivid description of the unfolding fire's terror combined with the emotional turmoil of characters in the village sets a gripping tone for the tale, suggesting themes of resilience, community, and the struggle against fate in the face of sudden calamity. (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 |
Mountains -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Bavaria (Germany) -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64414 |
| Release Date |
Jan 29, 2021 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 21, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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