Charaktere und Schicksale by Hermann Heiberg

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Author Heiberg, Hermann, 1840-1910
Title Charaktere und Schicksale
Note Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Charaktere und Schicksale" by Hermann Heiberg is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the Knoop family, particularly Friedrich Knoop, a successful businessman, his wife Fanny, and their daughter Margarete, as they navigate societal expectations, familial obligations, and ambitions for social advancement. The narrative sets up a rich exploration of character dynamics and moral dilemmas, particularly as Friedrich grapples with issues of honor, reputation, and the influence of noble affiliations in business and family decisions. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Friedrich and Fanny Knoop during a breakfast discussion regarding societal aspirations and the impending visit of a baron, von Klamm. The conversation reveals the couple's differing views on social status and titles, particularly in relation to their daughter Margarete, who is under the watchful eye of her parents as a possible match for the visiting baron. Conflict arises from Fanny's worries about the suitability of a nobleman for their family, while Friedrich considers the practical advantages of such an alliance. Through vibrant dialogue and domestic scenes, Heiberg establishes the stakes for the Knoop family, setting the stage for themes of ambition, reputation, and the complexities of familial love and societal pressure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Berlin (Germany) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 12927
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 15, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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