| Author |
Sudermann, Hermann, 1857-1928 |
| Title |
Litauische Geschichten
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 90.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Excursion_to_Tilsit
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| Contents |
Die Reise nach Tilsit -- Miks Bumbullis -- Jons und Erdme -- Die Magd.
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| Credits |
The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Litauische Geschichten" by Hermann Sudermann is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The work reflects on life in Lithuania, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and the complexities of human relationships through vividly drawn characters and emotionally charged narratives. The setting itself seems to play a crucial role, providing a backdrop filled with cultural nuances and social dynamics. The opening of "Litauische Geschichten" introduces us to the village of Wilwischken and its notable resident, Ansas Balczus, a prosperous fisherman married to the gentle Indre. Their seemingly idyllic life takes a dark turn with the arrival of a maid named Busze, whose presence disrupts the balance of their household and stirs jealousy and conflict. As tensions rise, the narrative foreshadows a deepening rift in their relationship, inviting the reader to witness the unfolding drama that intertwines love, infidelity, and the societal repercussions that follow. The stark contrast between Indre's calm demeanor and Busze's alluring audacity sets the stage for a compelling exploration of domestic strife and emotional turmoil. (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 -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
63946 |
| Release Date |
Dec 3, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 5, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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