Eine dänische Geschichte: Roman by Adele Schopenhauer

"Eine dänische Geschichte: Roman" by Adele Schopenhauer is a novel written in the mid-19th century. Set primarily in the historical town of Nysted on the island of Laaland, the story intertwines themes of art, love, and societal struggles in a backdrop influenced by the burgeoning spirit of freedom in Europe. The main characters include Thorald Eynerssen, a young artist grappling with his feelings for Helene, and her brother, Graf Christian, whose protective and traditional views pose challenges for the budding romance. The opening of the novel introduces the peaceful yet reflective town of Nysted, where Thorald, a melancholic painter, contemplates life and his emotions after spending three months there. He has recently fallen in love with Helene, but the complexities of their social standings and familial expectations weigh heavily on him. Thorald's decision to use Helene's likeness in his latest painting, an altar piece for the local church, creates tension, particularly when Graf Christian confronts him over it. As the narrative unfolds, Helene's spirited nature and determination to break free from societal conventions are revealed, setting the stage for conflict between personal desires and societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Schopenhauer, Adele, 1797-1849
Title Eine dänische Geschichte: Roman
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 60.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject German fiction -- 19th century
Category Text
eBook-No. 52602
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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