In the Fire of the Forge: A Romance of Old Nuremberg — Volume 08 by Georg Ebers
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About this eBook
| Author | Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898 |
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| Translator | Safford, Mary J. |
| Title | In the Fire of the Forge: A Romance of Old Nuremberg — Volume 08 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | This eBook was produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "In the Fire of the Forge: A Romance of Old Nuremberg — Volume 08" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds against the backdrop of medieval Nuremberg, where themes of loyalty, love, and the struggles between personal desire and societal expectations are explored through the lives of its characters, particularly focusing on Heinz Schorlin and his faithful servant Biberli, alongside the women's perspectives, including Eva and Els. The opening portion of the narrative sets a tense atmosphere filled with political intrigue and personal tribulations. Biberli, a loyal servant, is facing dire consequences due to his master's pursuits, while Eva is depicted wrestling with her new responsibilities and duties amidst personal strife, including her feelings for Heinz. As the characters entwine their fates with each other's challenges, the tension builds around various plots, including Biberli's potential punishment, Heinz's military endeavors, and Eva's resolve to aid both, illustrating the complexities of loyalty and love in a turbulent historical context. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | German fiction -- Translations into English |
| Subject | Nuremberg (Germany) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 5550 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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