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Title: Schnock: ein niederländisches Gemälde

Note: Reading ease score: 74.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Summary: "Schnock: ein niederländisches Gemälde" by Friedrich Hebbel is a fictional narrative written during the early 19th century. The story is set in a small Dutch town and introduces the character of Schnock, a seemingly simple carpenter caught in complex social dynamics, as he navigates an incident involving a dangerous criminal and the ensuing chaos among the townsfolk. The beginning of the narrative paints a vivid picture of the town's anticipation and excitement as a notorious criminal is captured, with a curious crowd gathering to witness the events unfold. The protagonist, who encounters Schnock, is drawn to his unique perspective on courage and personal turmoil. Schnock shares his complex feelings prompted by his role in the apprehension, revealing inner conflict about the consequences of his actions. This leads to discussions about fear and societal expectations, while also showcasing Schnock’s self-deprecating humor and his struggle to reconcile his physical presence with his perceived cowardice. The opening portion establishes a rich, character-driven story that promises both humor and deeper reflections on societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hebbel, Friedrich, 1813-1863

EBook No.: 3297

Published: Jun 1, 2002

Downloads: 58

Language: German

Subject: Germany -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction

Subject: Germany, Northern -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Schnock: ein niederländisches Gemälde

Note: Reading ease score: 74.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Summary: "Schnock: ein niederländisches Gemälde" by Friedrich Hebbel is a fictional narrative written during the early 19th century. The story is set in a small Dutch town and introduces the character of Schnock, a seemingly simple carpenter caught in complex social dynamics, as he navigates an incident involving a dangerous criminal and the ensuing chaos among the townsfolk. The beginning of the narrative paints a vivid picture of the town's anticipation and excitement as a notorious criminal is captured, with a curious crowd gathering to witness the events unfold. The protagonist, who encounters Schnock, is drawn to his unique perspective on courage and personal turmoil. Schnock shares his complex feelings prompted by his role in the apprehension, revealing inner conflict about the consequences of his actions. This leads to discussions about fear and societal expectations, while also showcasing Schnock’s self-deprecating humor and his struggle to reconcile his physical presence with his perceived cowardice. The opening portion establishes a rich, character-driven story that promises both humor and deeper reflections on societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hebbel, Friedrich, 1813-1863

EBook No.: 3297

Published: Jun 1, 2002

Downloads: 58

Language: German

Subject: Germany -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction

Subject: Germany, Northern -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.