| Author |
Hildebrand, Gustav |
| Illustrator |
Windisch, Josef |
| Title |
Siebeneichen: Roman aus dem Alt-Meißner Land
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| Alternate Title |
Siebeneichen: Roman aus dem Alt-Meissner Land
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Siebeneichen: Roman aus dem Alt-Meißner Land" by Gustav Hildebrand is a historical novel likely written in the early 20th century. It unfolds in the picturesque setting of Sachsen during a time when the region was marked by political tensions and evolving societal norms. The story centers on Bernhard von Miltitz, a young nobleman, and Sonnhild, the daughter of the city mayor, as they navigate their developing relationship against the backdrop of class conflicts between nobility and the burgeoning bourgeoisie. At the start of the novel, the narrative paints a vivid historical backdrop, detailing Sachsen's transformation from dense forests to a land of settlements and castles, particularly focusing on the development of Meißen. As the story transitions to the present day, we meet Bernhard, reflecting on his childhood adventures alongside Sonnhild, whom he must leave for several years. Their initial innocent bond is juxtaposed with the complexities of their social standings, ultimately leading to climactic moments of recognition and lingering feelings when they reunite. The narrative sets the stage for an exploration of love, societal expectations, and the historical tensions that intertwine the lives of the characters. (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 |
Historical fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
58342 |
| Release Date |
Nov 24, 2018 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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