Neid by Ernst von Wildenbruch
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About this eBook
| Author | Wildenbruch, Ernst von, 1845-1909 |
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| Title | Neid |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Neid" by Ernst von Wildenbruch is a narrative work written in the early 20th century. The story opens in the town of Arnstein, where the narrator reflects on a haunting painting of a man suffering in eternal flames, symbolizing the destructive power of envy. This artwork serves as a catalyst for exploring deep themes of guilt, regret, and the consequences of one's actions, particularly the character of the man depicted, whose identity and grim legacy seem intertwined with the church he founded. At the start of the narrative, the protagonist visits a church and becomes entranced by an unsettling painting that depicts a naked man surrounded by flames and serpents. As he inquires about the painting, he learns that it is a representation of a mysterious benefactor who wished to be remembered in this macabre way, implying a dark history filled with envy and sin. The narrator's musings lead to a broader contemplation on human nature, and the introduction of the character Graumann, an elderly and solitary former government official, hints at conflicts stemming from envy and societal judgment. Through Graumann's interactions and the contrasting innocence of two children, the opening sets the stage for exploring the ramifications of envy on both personal and societal levels. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | German fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46270 |
| Release Date | Jul 14, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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