Simon Eichelkatz; The Patriarch. Two Stories of Jewish Life by Ulrich Frank
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| Author | Frank, Ulrich, 1850-1924 |
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| LoC No. | 07012639 |
| Title | Simon Eichelkatz; The Patriarch. Two Stories of Jewish Life |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | Translated from the German. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Internet Archive.) |
| Summary | "The Patriarch: Two Stories of Jewish Life" by Ulrich Frank is a narrative work likely composed in the early 20th century. This book appears to delve into the intricacies of Jewish life, particularly focusing on the character Simon Eichelkatz, an old and wise man who is a central figure in the community reflected throughout the story. The opening sections suggest themes of tradition, belief, and the complex dynamics between familial relationships, cultural heritage, and modernity. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Simon Eichelkatz through the eyes of a physician who visits him, indicating an intimate and thoughtful exploration of his character. The physician grapples with his personal and professional encounters with Simon, while also reflecting on the old man's past, his son Friedrich Eichner's modern philosophical importance, and the rich tapestry of Jewish communal life. The physician learns about Simon's deep connections to the local synagogue and their shared background, while Simon hints at the generational gaps and the weight of family legacy. This opening sets the stage for a nuanced exploration of identity, belonging, and the complex interplay between personal history and community narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Jews -- Fiction |
| Subject | Jewish fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37419 |
| Release Date | Sep 13, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 27 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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