| Author |
Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898 |
| Translator |
Safford, Mary J. |
| Title |
A Word, Only a Word — Volume 05
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
This eBook was produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"A Word, Only a Word — Volume 05" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around themes of identity, power, and familial bonds, particularly focusing on the characters Ulrich and Flora, whose complex relationship unfolds amid the tumult of war and personal strife. The opening of the book introduces us to Ulrich, who grapples with the joy of rediscovering his mother while facing the repercussions of her past. Ulrich's ambition to lead as an Eletto amidst a chaotic soldiers' camp contrasts sharply with his mother Flora's entangled loyalties and simmering guilt regarding their shared history. As they navigate their re-established bond, Flora is torn between her affection for Ulrich and her current companion, Zorrillo. Tensions escalate as Ulrich's desires for power increasingly jeopardize their relationship, culminating in turmoil and tragedy as external conflicts threaten the characters' lives. The opening sets the stage for a gripping exploration of love, ambition, and the weight of the past within the context of historical conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Netherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
German fiction -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5576 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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