| Author |
Scheffel, Joseph Victor von, 1826-1886 |
| Translator |
Brünnow, Rebecca, 1836-1892 |
| Title |
The Trumpeter of Säkkingen: A Song from the Upper Rhine.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen, from scans obtained from The
Internet Archive.
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| Summary |
"The Trumpeter of Säkkingen: A Song from the Upper Rhine" by Joseph Victor von Scheffel is a poetic novel written in the late 19th century. This work tells the story of young Werner, a talented musician, who embarks on a journey through the picturesque landscapes of the Schwarzwald and the Rhine. The book intertwines romantic adventures with a celebration of nature and local culture, as it follows Werner's romantic pursuits and the colorful characters he encounters along the way. At the start of the novel, the reader is introduced to young Werner, who rides through the stunning Schwarzwald, reflecting on his loneliness and longing for companionship. The narrative elaborates on his character—an aspiring trumpeter with aspirations beyond a mundane existence, yearning for love and connection. As he ventures deeper into the forest, he expresses a desire for companionship that leads him to erroneous thoughts and musings on life's journey. The atmosphere is rich with descriptions of nature, providing a vivid backdrop as Werner's adventure unfolds in search of meaning and companionship, setting the stage for the romantic and dramatic encounters that will follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Epic poetry, German -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
31314 |
| Release Date |
Feb 18, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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