| Author |
Ludwig, Otto, 1813-1865 |
| Author of introduction, etc. |
Miessner, Wilhelm, 1876-1915 |
| Illustrator |
Scheurich, Paul, 1883-1945 |
| Title |
Zwischen Himmel und Erde
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zwischen_Himmel_und_Erde_(Erz%C3%A4hlung,_1856)
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| Credits |
Produced by Norbert H. Langkau, Jens Sadowski, and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Zwischen Himmel und Erde" by Otto Ludwig is a narrative fiction written in the late 19th century. The story explores themes of longing, personal conflict, and the intricacies of family relationships, with a focus on its main character Apollonius, who navigates his return to his hometown after a prolonged absence. The opening of the book introduces us to the setting, a meticulously maintained garden, and the character of Herr Nettenmair, a respected but stern old tiled-roof master. As we delve into this world, we learn about the dynamics within the family house and the tensions that arise due to past trauma and unfulfilled expectations. The narrative hints at the struggles faced by Apollonius as he grapples with his identity and relationships, particularly with his brother and his family's expectations. The text sets the tone for an intimate exploration of themes like duty, love, and the personal quest for happiness in a changing world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
German fiction -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
49088 |
| Release Date |
May 30, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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