The Prose of Alfred Lichtenstein by Alfred Lichtenstein
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"The Prose of Alfred Lichtenstein" by Alfred Lichtenstein is a collection of literary works written in the early 20th century. The book features a variety of characters navigating the complexities of life, often highlighting themes of existential angst, societal failure, and human relationships. Among the key figures is Max Mechenmal, a newspaper kiosk manager with a troubled past and tumultuous connections with women, including a whore named Ilka Leipke, and the hunchbacked
poet Kuno Kohn. The opening of the book introduces Max Mechenmal and his self-centered and manipulative nature, as he grapples with feelings of inadequacy due to his small stature and unfortunate upbringing. His interactions with various characters reveal a web of emotional entanglements and unfulfilled desires, particularly with Ilka, who harbors affection for him despite enduring his cruel treatment. The dynamic shifts as Kuno Kohn enters the scene, offering a complex contrast to Mechenmal with his poetic insights and vulnerability. Tensions rise as Ilka's affections become a point of conflict between the two men, setting the stage for a dramatic exploration of love, jealousy, and human fragility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Lichtenstein, Alfred, 1889-1914 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Prose of Alfred Lichtenstein |
| Credits | This etext was produced by Michael Pullen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 5663 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 342 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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