Der Traum ein Leben by Franz Grillparzer
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About this eBook
| Author | Grillparzer, Franz, 1791-1872 |
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| Title | Der Traum ein Leben |
| Note | Reading ease score: 86.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Der_Traum_ein_Leben |
| Credits | Delphine Lettau and Mike Pullen |
| Summary | "Der Traum ein Leben" by Franz Grillparzer is a dramatic fairy tale presented in four acts, likely written in the early 19th century. The narrative revolves around Rustan, a young man caught between his aspirations for adventure and the familial responsibilities he struggles with, as well as his tumultuous relationship with Mirza and the influences of other characters, including Zanga, the slave, and the wealthy landowner Massud, Mirza's father. At the start of the play, we are introduced to the rural setting surrounding the characters. Mirza anxiously awaits the return of Rustan from a hunting excursion, reflecting on his past gentle character and the change brought by the influence of Zanga. Massud expresses concern over Rustan's reckless behavior, hinting at a previous altercation with Osmin, a nobleman’s son, which Rustan may have been involved in. The tension builds with rumors of conflict, engagements, and the weight of family expectations, as Rustan is shown to yearn for glory in battle rather than the simple life he currently leads. The opening sets the stage for Rustan's internal and external struggles, foreshadowing conflicts that will arise as he seeks his identity and destiny. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7996 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 31, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 59 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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