Die Amazone by Kasimir Edschmid
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| Author | Edschmid, Kasimir, 1890-1966 |
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| Title | Die Amazone |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Jens Sadowski |
| Summary | "Die Amazone" by Kasimir Edschmid is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set against the backdrop of the conflict in the eastern borderlands, focusing on the struggles of the de Voß family as they navigate a dangerous political landscape amidst warfare and shifting alliances. The narrative follows young Granuella and her father, Frederik de Voß, as they confront personal tragedy and national upheaval, highlighting themes of love, loyalty, and the desire for revenge. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Frederik de Voß and his children on their estate, setting the stage for a violent clash with Polish forces. As tensions rise, the family's fortunes decline dramatically with the loss of Frederik's sons to the ravages of war. Granuella, who is depicted as both a strong-willed character and a symbol of hope, grapples with her feelings for a young Polish officer, against the backdrop of her family's desperate attempts to reclaim their homeland. The opening portion vividly illustrates the chaos and emotional turmoil surrounding their lives, foreshadowing deeper conflicts that will arise as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33326 |
| Release Date | Aug 2, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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