A Sister's Love: A Novel by W. Heimburg

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Author Heimburg, W., 1850-1912
Translator Waterman, Margaret Payson, -1926
Title A Sister's Love: A Novel
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Summary "A Sister's Love: A Novel" by W. Heimburg is a historical fiction work likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around Anna Maria von Hegewitz, a young woman living in a manor house, and explores themes of family loyalty, love, and personal sacrifice amid the backdrop of turbulent emotional relationships. As the story unfolds, the complexities of Anna Maria's feelings towards her brother Klaus and the arrival of the orphaned Susanna Mattoni introduce conflicts that challenge her character and ideals. The opening of the novel sets a vivid scene during a stormy November evening, establishing a gloomy atmosphere around the Von Hegewitz family manor. It introduces key characters, including Anna Maria and her caring Aunt Rosamond, while hinting at Anna Maria's complex relationship with her brother. Tensions arise as Anna Maria struggles between her devotion to Klaus, the promise he made to protect her, and her emerging feelings toward other characters, particularly the newcomer Susanna, who is about to alter the dynamics within their household. This creates an emotional undercurrent that suggests themes of love, loss, and the challenges of independence, making the start of this tale ripe for exploration by readers interested in intricate familial bonds and romantic entanglements. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject German fiction -- Translations into English
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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