Stories by Foreign Authors: German — Volume 1 by Paul Heyse et al.

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Contributor Heyse, Paul, 1830-1914
Contributor Baumbach, Rudolf, 1840-1905
Contributor Hoffmann, E. T. A. (Ernst Theodor Amadeus), 1776-1822
Contributor Lindau, Rudolf, 1829-1910
Contributor Sacher-Masoch, Leopold, Ritter von, 1835-1895
Contributor Zschokke, Heinrich, 1771-1848
Title Stories by Foreign Authors: German — Volume 1
Contents The fury, Paul Heyse -- The philosopher's pendulum, Rudolph Lindau -- The bookbinder of Hort, Leopold von Sacher-Masoch -- The Egyptian fire-eater, Rudolph Baumbach -- The Cremona violin, E.T.A. Hoffmann -- Adventures of a new year's eve, Heinrich Zschokke
Credits Produced by Nicole Apostola, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Stories by Foreign Authors: German — Volume 1" by Paul Heyse et al. is a collection of short stories likely compiled in the late 19th century. The anthology features various narratives from notable German authors, showcasing a range of themes and styles that reflect the cultural and social nuances of their time. Each story brings forth different characters and settings, inviting readers into the rich literary fabric of German storytelling. The opening of the book presents "The Fury" by Paul Heyse, introducing us to a picturesque scene along the coast of Sorrento, where the day breaks with fishermen attending to their boats. The narrative quickly shifts focus to Laurella, a young girl of eighteen who aspires to go to Capri while grappling with her complex emotions regarding love and her troubled past. Conflicted by the shadow of her father's abusive behavior, Laurella resolves to remain unmarried, fearing the repercussions of love that could lead to pain. The encounter between her and a boatman named Antonio foreshadows a deeper exploration of their intertwined fates amid the backdrop of romantic tensions and personal struggles, setting the stage for the unfolding story that navigates love, trauma, and self-discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Short stories, German -- Translations into English
Category Text
EBook-No. 5431
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 20, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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