The Dean's Watch by Erckmann-Chatrian
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About this eBook
| Author | Erckmann-Chatrian |
|---|---|
| Translator | Fiske, Ralph Browning |
| Title | The Dean's Watch |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "The Dean's Watch" by Erckmann-Chatrian is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set against a backdrop of suspense and mystery, the story revolves around the themes of misunderstanding, justice, and moral dilemmas within a small community. The narrative captures the adventures and tribulations of two musicians, Kasper and Wilfred, who find themselves entangled in a sinister plot surrounding a series of murders in Heidelberg. The story begins with Kasper and Wilfred arriving in Heidelberg just before Christmas, hoping to perform music amidst challenging weather conditions. However, they soon find themselves caught in a web of excitement and fear due to the recent murders and the police crackdown on supposed bandits. As the plot unfolds, Kasper discovers that a brutal figure—the dean of the town—has been behind these crimes. Through a series of tense events, including the near capture of Kasper and his friends, he teams up with the local authorities to bring justice. Ultimately, the revelation that the dean is responsible for the atrocities leads to a dramatic conclusion, showcasing not only Kasper's bravery but also the capacity for redemption in a deeply fractured society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23054 |
| Release Date | Oct 17, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 31, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 64 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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