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Title: Der Vater
Note: Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Jens Sadowski
Summary: "Der Vater" by Heinrich Mann is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the struggles of a father, Färber, as he navigates the complexities of familial responsibilities, societal expectations, and personal failures. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society, it explores themes of masculinity, identity, and the burdens of parental duty. The narrative centers around Färber, who once held a respectable position in society but finds himself grappling with the weight of his perceived failures as a provider and protector. As he faces a series of disheartening events, including job loss and a crumbling family life, he wrestles with his identity and the expectations placed upon him. The story takes a darker turn as he becomes involved with a younger woman, reflecting his deep sense of entrapment and desire for liberation. Ultimately, Färber is forced to confront his own responsibilities and the consequences of his actions, leading to a poignant exploration of life, loss, and the enduring quest for redemption and understanding in the face of inevitable change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Mann, Heinrich, 1871-1950
EBook No.: 33329
Published: Aug 2, 2010
Downloads: 63
Language: German
Subject: Fiction
Subject: Short stories
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Der Vater
Note: Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Jens Sadowski
Summary: "Der Vater" by Heinrich Mann is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the struggles of a father, Färber, as he navigates the complexities of familial responsibilities, societal expectations, and personal failures. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society, it explores themes of masculinity, identity, and the burdens of parental duty. The narrative centers around Färber, who once held a respectable position in society but finds himself grappling with the weight of his perceived failures as a provider and protector. As he faces a series of disheartening events, including job loss and a crumbling family life, he wrestles with his identity and the expectations placed upon him. The story takes a darker turn as he becomes involved with a younger woman, reflecting his deep sense of entrapment and desire for liberation. Ultimately, Färber is forced to confront his own responsibilities and the consequences of his actions, leading to a poignant exploration of life, loss, and the enduring quest for redemption and understanding in the face of inevitable change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Mann, Heinrich, 1871-1950
EBook No.: 33329
Published: Aug 2, 2010
Downloads: 63
Language: German
Subject: Fiction
Subject: Short stories
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.