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Title: Hesperus; or, Forty-Five Dog-Post-Days: A Biography. Vol. I.
Note: Reading ease score: 57.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive
Summary: "Hesperus; or, Forty-Five Dog-Post-Days: A Biography. Vol. I." by Jean Paul is a novel written in the early 19th century. The book is a blend of humor, philosophical reflections, and character-driven narratives centering on the lives of various characters in a German town, including the central figure, Horion, who navigates complex relationships and societal expectations. Its exploration of themes such as friendship, love, and the nuances of human interaction suggests a reflective and engaging read. The opening of "Hesperus" introduces us to the Court-Chaplain Eymann's household in St. Luna, where anticipation brews for the return of the young Englishman Horion. The juxtaposition of two factions within the household reveals contrasting feelings towards Horion’s arrival, reflecting deeper themes of expectation and societal pressure. As characters eagerly prepare to welcome him, we are introduced to a tapestry of relationships marked by affection, nostalgia, and humor. The stage is set for explorations of love, friendship, and the emotional complexities of life as the narrative unfolds, promising a rich and whimsical journey ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Jean Paul, 1763-1825
Translator: Brooks, Charles Timothy, 1813-1883
EBook No.: 36071
Published: May 9, 2011
Downloads: 103
Language: English
Subject: Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Hesperus; or, Forty-Five Dog-Post-Days: A Biography. Vol. I.
Note: Reading ease score: 57.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive
Summary: "Hesperus; or, Forty-Five Dog-Post-Days: A Biography. Vol. I." by Jean Paul is a novel written in the early 19th century. The book is a blend of humor, philosophical reflections, and character-driven narratives centering on the lives of various characters in a German town, including the central figure, Horion, who navigates complex relationships and societal expectations. Its exploration of themes such as friendship, love, and the nuances of human interaction suggests a reflective and engaging read. The opening of "Hesperus" introduces us to the Court-Chaplain Eymann's household in St. Luna, where anticipation brews for the return of the young Englishman Horion. The juxtaposition of two factions within the household reveals contrasting feelings towards Horion’s arrival, reflecting deeper themes of expectation and societal pressure. As characters eagerly prepare to welcome him, we are introduced to a tapestry of relationships marked by affection, nostalgia, and humor. The stage is set for explorations of love, friendship, and the emotional complexities of life as the narrative unfolds, promising a rich and whimsical journey ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Jean Paul, 1763-1825
Translator: Brooks, Charles Timothy, 1813-1883
EBook No.: 36071
Published: May 9, 2011
Downloads: 103
Language: English
Subject: Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.