Die Achatnen Kugeln: Roman by Kasimir Edschmid
"Die Achatnen Kugeln: Roman" by Kasimir Edschmid is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds against a richly detailed European backdrop, particularly emphasizing themes of existential reflection, love, and adventure through the experiences of its primary character, the Marquis Vaudreuil. The setting hints at a dramatic interplay between human emotions and the environment, filled with intense imagery. The opening of the book presents a dramatic scene in a
moonlit garden where a duel is taking place. The atmosphere is thick with tension as shadows move and a life is lost, highlighting the theme of conflict and mortality. Following this, we see Vaudreuil grappling with the weight of his experiences and memories, revealing a complex nature filled with both ambition and a yearning for freedom. As he embarks on a journey from the garden towards the sea, the narrative captures his emotional struggles and his relationships with those around him, including his servant Baptiste. The beginning sets a vivid stage for the unfolding adventure, marked by the Marquis's desire for both connection and escape, ensuring the reader is intrigued by what comes next. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Edschmid, Kasimir, 1890-1966 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 46044404 |
| Title | Die Achatnen Kugeln: Roman |
| Credits | Produced by Jens Sadowski |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 85.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 39277 |
| Release Date | Mar 27, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 460 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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