| Author |
Karlin, Alma M., 1889-1950 |
| Illustrator |
Seebacher, August Friedrich |
| Title |
Mein kleiner Chinese: Ein China-Roman
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Mein kleiner Chinese: Ein China-Roman" by Alma M. Karlin is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book revolves around the journey of the main character, Katherina Schulze, a young woman who is curious about the world beyond her immediate surroundings. Through her connection with a Chinese student named Hoang-Zo, the narrative explores cultural exchanges, personal growth, and the complexities of identity. The opening of the story introduces Katherina, who provides a whimsical account of her life and home, fabricated with charming details about her quirky pets and family relationships. She expresses her urge to explore and understand the world, describing her resolve to learn about the Chinese culture, which leads her to contact a student association in London. This results in her meeting Hoang-Zo, marking the beginning of an exchange where Katherina teaches him Italian while he introduces her to the nuances of the Chinese language and heritage. Their interactions promise a blend of humor and philosophical musings, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of their distinct backgrounds and the bonds formed through learning. (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 |
China -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64283 |
| Release Date |
Jan 13, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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