Stuifen: Historiallinen kertomus by B. A. Rack
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| Author | Rack, B. A. |
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| Translator | Suppanen, Alma, 1858-1937 |
| Title | Stuifen: Historiallinen kertomus |
| Note | Reading ease score: 24.6 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
| Summary | "Stuifen: Historiallinen kertomus" by B. A. Rack is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in the context of medieval Germany, specifically around the time of the Crusades, focusing on the life of Fredrik von Stuifen, the last heir of a noble lineage, as he navigates the complexities of love, loyalty, and duty. The narrative features central characters such as the noble Fredrik, his protective father Count Ulrik, and his love interest, the beautiful Bertta von Hohenstaufen, as well as the enigmatic Hanno von Rechberg. The opening of the novel introduces the reader to the serene yet desolate landscape around the ruined castle of Stuifen, setting a melancholic tone. As Fredrik prepares for an impending marriage to Bertta, tensions arise with his father Ulrik, who wishes to protect him by forbidding involvement in battles against their enemies. However, Fredrik is impulsively drawn to adventure and glory in the name of honor, despite the dangers associated with the Crusades. The narrative hints at betrayal and rivalry, particularly with Hanno, who is secretly envious of Fredrik’s place in Bertta's affections. The stage is set for conflict as Fredrik vows to uphold his family's legacy while grappling with his feelings for both Bertta and the beauty of the land around him. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33908 |
| Release Date | Oct 23, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 45 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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