| Author |
Gerstäcker, Friedrich, 1816-1872 |
| Title |
Amerikanische Wald- und Strombilder. Zweiter Band.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 58.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Amerikanische Wald- und Strombilder. Zweiter Band." by Friedrich Gerstäcker is a narrative work that was written in the mid-19th century. The text encapsulates the experiences of a young German nobleman, von Sechingen, who travels to America, primarily to explore the wilderness and seek adventure away from the constraints of European society. The narrative likely explores themes of exploration, cultural encounters, and the trials of adapting to life in the American wilderness. The opening portion introduces von Sechingen as he embarks on his journey to settle in the American wilderness after being inspired by literature. Upon arriving in New Orleans and then traveling to Little Rock, Arkansas, he encounters a colorful local named Charles Fischer, who provides him with insights into the region. As von Sechingen navigates his new environment, he is filled with excitement and anticipation for the wild adventures ahead, despite facing humorous challenges such as dealing with mosquitoes and the realities of jungle life. The story sets the tone for a blend of both exploration and personal growth against the backdrop of the American frontier. (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 -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
41585 |
| Release Date |
Dec 9, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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