Der Spaziergang by Robert Walser
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About this eBook
| Author | Walser, Robert, 1878-1956 |
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| Title | Der Spaziergang |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Jana Srna and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Summary | "Der Spaziergang" by Robert Walser is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book features a nameless narrator who embarks on a leisurely walk through a vibrant yet familiar town, observing the people and the world around him with a blend of humor, curiosity, and introspection. As he strolls, the narrator reflects on social interactions, his own artistic struggles, and the beautiful simplicity of life's everyday moments. The opening of the work sets the tone for this exploration, as the narrator describes the joyous impulse that drives him to leave his home for a walk, filled with a sense of adventure and wonder. He encounters a range of characters, from a stern professor to merrymakers in the streets, while ruminating on the aesthetics of society and the essence of human nature. Each encounter and observation contributes to a tapestry of thoughts about life, art, and the burdens of adulthood, tinged with both comic and poignant insights. As he continues his walk, he also hints at personal challenges, such as financial struggles and the demands of writing, which evoke a deeper existential reflection beneath the surface of his seemingly simple journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Walking -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 39247 |
| Release Date | Mar 24, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Sep 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 314 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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