Die Kinder auf dem Abendberg: Eine Weihnachtsgabe by Gräfin Ida Hahn-Hahn
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| Author | Hahn-Hahn, Ida, Gräfin, 1805-1880 |
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| Title | Die Kinder auf dem Abendberg: Eine Weihnachtsgabe |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Die Kinder auf dem Abendberg: Eine Weihnachtsgabe" by Gräfin Ida Hahn-Hahn is a reflective narrative likely written in the early to mid-19th century. This work blends elements of novella and social commentary, focusing on the challenges faced by children afflicted with cretinism in Switzerland. The text serves as both a heartfelt exploration of humanitarian efforts and a critique of contemporary societal attitudes toward the disadvantaged. The story centers on Dr. Guggenbühl, a dedicated physician who moves to the Abendberg region with a mission to care for sick children, particularly those suffering from cretinism. Through his innovative approach of combining fresh air, proper nutrition, and stimulating activities, he aims to rehabilitate these children, guiding them towards a better quality of life. The narrative unfolds with a visit from the author to Dr. Guggenbühl’s establishment, where she observes the struggles and accomplishments of both the doctor and the children in his care. Throughout, Hahn-Hahn emphasizes themes of compassion, divine guidance, and the importance of community support in the face of human suffering, ultimately promoting a message of hope and perseverance. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| LoC Class | RC: Medicine: Internal medicine |
| Subject | Congenital hypothyroidism |
| Subject | Guggenbühl, Johann Jakob, -1863 |
| Subject | Abendberg (Hospital) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61042 |
| Release Date | Dec 29, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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