Brennendes Geheimnis: Erzählung by Stefan Zweig

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Author Zweig, Stefan, 1881-1942
Title Brennendes Geheimnis: Erzählung
Note Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Brennendes Geheimnis: Erzählung" by Stefan Zweig is a novella written in the early 20th century. This work delves into themes of desire, jealousy, and the complexities of adult relationships through the experiences of a young boy named Edgar. The narrative captures his emotional turmoil and the awakening of his awareness to the mysteries and conflicts of adulthood, particularly surrounding his mother and a charming Baron whose intentions seem dubious. The opening of the novella introduces us to Edgar, a sensitive twelve-year-old boy who accompanies his mother on vacation. As they settle into a hotel in the scenic Semmering area, Edgar’s initial excitement quickly turns to despair as he senses an unspoken tension between his mother and the alluring Baron. The narrative vividly describes Edgar's perspective as he grapples with feelings of exclusion and jealousy, particularly as he witnesses the budding connection between his mother and the Baron. As Edgar observes their interactions, he becomes increasingly aware of the emotional undercurrents, leading him to seek out the truth behind this "burning secret" that threatens the innocence of his childhood. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Psychological fiction
Subject Austria -- Fiction
Subject Jealousy -- Fiction
Subject Sanatoriums -- Fiction
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