The Breaking of the Storm, Vol. II. by Friedrich Spielhagen
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| Author | Spielhagen, Friedrich, 1829-1911 |
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| Translator | Stephenson, S. E. A. H. |
| Title | The Breaking of the Storm, Vol. II. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive. |
| Summary | "The Breaking of the Storm, Vol. II" by Friedrich Spielhagen is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the social and political tensions of its time, primarily through the lens of its characters' interpersonal conflicts and their ideological struggles. Central to the narrative is the complex relationship involving Reinhold, a character torn between family loyalty and burgeoning socialist ideals, and Cilli, who represents innocence and emotional depth amidst the turmoil. At the start of this volume, the narrative unfolds in a garden setting where Reinhold interacts with Cilli and her father, Herr Kreisel. The scene explores the aftermath of Herr Kreisel's confession concerning his social views, creating a charged atmosphere as Cilli expresses her passionate belief in socialism influenced by her Christian values. Meanwhile, Reinhold navigates his concerns regarding his uncle's rigid perspectives. The conversation reveals the contrasting ideologies shaping their lives while foreshadowing the personal strife and political upheaval that will rise as various characters prepare for a gathering that promises to intertwine their fates further. This opening effectively sets the stage for a deep exploration of themes such as duty, sacrifice, and the search for justice in a changing society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 34658 |
| Release Date | Dec 15, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 43 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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