| Author |
Von Arnim, Elizabeth, 1866-1941 |
| Title |
The Adventures of Elizabeth in Rügen
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 76.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Laura McDonald (http://www.girlebooks.com) and Marc D'Hooghe
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| Summary |
"The Adventures of Elizabeth in Rügen" by Elizabeth Von Arnim is a travel-themed novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows Elizabeth, the central character, as she embarks on a journey around the picturesque island of Rügen. The book explores themes of nature, independence, and the joys of exploration, reflecting Elizabeth’s desire for freedom and a connection with the world around her. The opening of the novel introduces Elizabeth's quest to walk around the island of Rügen, highlighting her frustration at the reluctance of her friends to join her on this refreshing adventure. Instead of walking, she finds herself driving with her maid Gertrud, embarking on what promises to be a whimsical and scenic journey. The chapter details Elizabeth's encounters with various characters, her appreciation of nature, and the delightful distractions she finds along the way. From contemplating the beauty of Rügen's landscapes to experiencing the quirks of local life, the opening sets the tone for Elizabeth's adventures and establishes her character as someone deeply in tune with her surroundings and determined to embrace life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Women -- Germany -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Rügen Island (Germany) -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
33762 |
| Release Date |
Sep 19, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 18, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
98 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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