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Sudermann, Hermann
1857
1928
Sudermann, Herman
Sunderman, Hermann
Sudermann, H. (Hermann)
Baukhage, Hilmar R. (Hilmar Robert)
1889
1976
Baukhage, Hilmar Robert
Ehre. English
Honor: A Play in Four Acts
Reading ease score: 86.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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"Honor: A Play in Four Acts" by Hermann Sudermann is a theatrical play written in the late 19th century. The work explores the complexities of individual principles in conflict with societal conventions, especially regarding the concept of honor. The main character, Robert Heinecke, returns home after years abroad, confronting the expectations and judgments of his family, particularly in relation to his sister Alma. The opening of the play introduces the Heinecke family, who are filled with joy at the return of their son Robert. We see their humble living conditions contrasted with Robert's aspirations and experiences from his years in India. The family dynamic quickly reveals underlying tensions, with concerns about Robert’s sister Alma potentially having been influenced by their privileged neighbors, the Muhlingks. As Robert navigates this reunion, he grapples with feelings of honor, societal expectations, and the implications of his sister's choices, setting the stage for the conflicts that will unfold throughout the play. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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