Der Rubin by Gustav Sack
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"Der Rubin" by Gustav Sack is a short novel written in the early 20th century. The book centers around themes of love and despair, exploring the inner turmoil of the main character, Wiekannmannur, a young soldier grappling with punishment and his tumultuous romantic relationship with Madelon. The story unfolds in a military setting, where Wiekannmannur faces both the consequences of his actions and a profound emotional struggle spurred by his love for
Madelon. As he stealthily sneaks out at night to be with her, the vibrant imagery of their surroundings contrasts with his feelings of loneliness and existential dread. Their passionate interactions highlight a mix of love and betrayal, especially when Wiekannmannur learns about Madelon's infidelity. Ultimately, driven by despair, Wiekannmannur's fate culminates in tragedy as he takes his own life, reflecting the profound impact of love, betrayal, and the search for meaning in a seemingly indifferent world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Sack, Gustav, 1885-1916 |
|---|---|
| Title | Der Rubin |
| Credits | Produced by Jens Sadowski |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | German fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34694 |
| Release Date | Dec 19, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 276 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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