In the Year '13: A Tale of Mecklenburg Life by Fritz Reuter

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Author Reuter, Fritz, 1810-1874
Translator Lewes, Charles Lee, 1843-1891
Title In the Year '13: A Tale of Mecklenburg Life
Note Reading ease score: 84.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive
Summary "In the Year '13: A Tale of Mecklenburg Life" by Fritz Reuter is a novel written in the mid-19th century. This literary work offers a vivid portrayal of life in Mecklenburg during the Napoleonic Wars, capturing the socio-political climate and the struggles of everyday people. The story appears to revolve around Miller Voss, a character embroiled in financial difficulties due to a lawsuit, and his interactions with local officials and a French soldier, revealing both personal and collective challenges faced during this tumultuous period. The opening of the novel introduces us to Miller Voss, who is seeking advice from the Amtshauptmann regarding his bankruptcy, revealing his frustrations with a lawsuit against his cousin. The conversation paints a picture of the strained atmosphere in Germany, as the populace copes with the presence of occupying French forces while grappling with their animosity towards them. As the plot unfolds, we see the arrival of a French soldier, further complicating Voss's situation. The narrative blends humor with the harsh realities of the time, setting up a rich tapestry of character relationships and societal commentary that promises to deepen as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Mecklenburg (Germany : Region) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 35852
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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