Regina, or the Sins of the Fathers by Hermann Sudermann
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"Regina, or the Sins of the Fathers" by Hermann Sudermann is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story delves into the aftermath of war, specifically focusing on the emotional and moral turmoil that envelops its characters. The narrative likely revolves around the protagonist, Lieutenant Boleslav von Schranden, who struggles with the heavy legacy of his father's betrayal during the war, as well as the societal disdain that follows this
criminal act. The opening portion introduces a post-war landscape in Germany, celebrating a hard-fought victory while exposing the deep scars left by conflict. Boleslav, having returned from war, is confronted by the grim reality of his father's disgrace and the hostile reception awaiting him in his hometown. Through his interaction with comrades who glorify their wartime sacrifices, and his unexpected revelation regarding the reason for his father's infamy, the narrative sets into motion Boleslav's internal conflict and the burden of familial sins he must grapple with. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that he must navigate the tumultuous waters of love, honor, and legacy in a society eager to condemn him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Sudermann, Hermann, 1857-1928 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Marshall, Beatrice, 1861-1944 |
| Uniform Title | Der Katzensteg. English |
| Title | Regina, or the Sins of the Fathers |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by Google Books |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 33892 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-33892-7 |
| Release Date | Oct 30, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 520 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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