| Author |
Jerome, Jerome K. (Jerome Klapka), 1859-1927 |
| Title |
The Love of Ulrich Nebendahl
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Ron Burkey, Amy Thomte, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Love of Ulrich Nebendahl" by Jerome K. Jerome is a poignant novella written in the early 20th century. This work weaves together elements of romance and philosophical reflection set against the backdrop of war-torn Germany. At its core, it explores themes of love, duty, and the moral complexities surrounding relationships and patriotism. The story follows Ulrich Nebendahl, a kindly wheelwright who grapples with the nature of love and his feelings for several women in his village. Guided by the village pastor, Ulrich contemplates his responsibilities as a man and the implications of choosing a partner. However, his journey is disrupted by the harsh realities of conflict, as he encounters a wounded French soldier during the war and ultimately discovers that his true love extends beyond romantic notions; it encompasses his entire village and its inhabitants. In a striking culmination, Ulrich sacrifices his life to protect the village he loves, and his act of bravery leads to posthumous recognition as a hero, embodying the profound message that true love can manifest in selfless sacrifice for others. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Short stories
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| Subject |
Pastoral fiction
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| Subject |
Villages -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
870 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 1997 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 15, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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