Thomas, der Leutpriester : Erzählung aus der Reformationszeit by Margarete Lenk

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Author Lenk, Margarete, 1841-1917
Title Thomas, der Leutpriester : Erzählung aus der Reformationszeit
Original Publication Zwickau: Johannes Hermann, 1909.
Note Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Thomas, der Leutpriester: Erzählung aus der Reformationszeit" by Margarete Lenk is a historical narrative written in the early 20th century. The story is set during the Reformation period and follows the life of a young boy named Thomas, who dreams of exploring the world while helping his father sell produce at the market. The book explores themes of innocence, curiosity, and the impact of societal changes during the Reformation. The opening of the narrative introduces us to Thomas, a ten-year-old boy traveling with his father to a bustling market in Antwerp in 1523. As Thomas observes the vibrant city life and the grand church, he becomes enchanted by a religious stained glass window depicting the Virgin Mary. Throughout the day's events, he experiences a mix of wonder and trepidation, particularly when faced with soldiers and the reality of poverty represented by beggars outside the church. Despite being reprimanded by his father for daydreaming, Thomas is highlighted as a sensitive child with a deep sense of empathy, particularly toward his ailing Aunt Lene, whom he later returns home to find gravely ill. The beginning sets the tone for Thomas's journey as he navigates through the complexities of faith, duty, and personal longing within the broader context of the Reformation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Germany -- History -- 1517-1648 -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 71619
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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