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Title:
Flower, Fruit, and Thorn Pieces;
or, the Wedded Life, Death, and Marriage of Firmian Stanislaus Siebenkaes, Parish Advocate in the Burgh of Kuhschnappel.
Note: Reading ease score: 63.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Charles Bowen
Summary: "Flower, Fruit, and Thorn Pieces; or, The Wedded Life, Death, and Marriage of Firmian Stanislaus Siebenkæs" by Jean Paul is a novel written in the early 19th century. The book follows the life and experiences of Firmian Stanislaus Siebenkæs, a parish advocate in the royal borough of Kuhschnappel, navigating the complexities of marriage, societal expectations, and personal beliefs. It is filled with humor and philosophical musings, pointing toward a satirical examination of both love and life. The opening of the novel introduces the protagonist, Siebenkæs, as he awaits his bride in their modest abode, setting the stage for their impending wedding. He is characterized by a blend of eager anticipation and humor, reflecting on the mundanity and ceremonial significance of their union. As the narrative unfolds, it showcases the personality of Siebenkæs and hints at the entangled dynamics of their relationship, where his comedic perspective contrasts with the reality of marital expectations and societal roles. The wedding day is filled with both lighthearted folly and deeper reflections on love, destiny, and tradition, emphasizing Jean Paul’s unique style of intertwining satire with heartfelt prose. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Jean Paul, 1763-1825
Translator: Ewing, A. (Alexander), 1830-1895
EBook No.: 36164
Published: May 19, 2011
Downloads: 204
Language: English
Subject: German fiction -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Flower, Fruit, and Thorn Pieces;
or, the Wedded Life, Death, and Marriage of Firmian Stanislaus Siebenkaes, Parish Advocate in the Burgh of Kuhschnappel.
Note: Reading ease score: 63.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Charles Bowen
Summary: "Flower, Fruit, and Thorn Pieces; or, The Wedded Life, Death, and Marriage of Firmian Stanislaus Siebenkæs" by Jean Paul is a novel written in the early 19th century. The book follows the life and experiences of Firmian Stanislaus Siebenkæs, a parish advocate in the royal borough of Kuhschnappel, navigating the complexities of marriage, societal expectations, and personal beliefs. It is filled with humor and philosophical musings, pointing toward a satirical examination of both love and life. The opening of the novel introduces the protagonist, Siebenkæs, as he awaits his bride in their modest abode, setting the stage for their impending wedding. He is characterized by a blend of eager anticipation and humor, reflecting on the mundanity and ceremonial significance of their union. As the narrative unfolds, it showcases the personality of Siebenkæs and hints at the entangled dynamics of their relationship, where his comedic perspective contrasts with the reality of marital expectations and societal roles. The wedding day is filled with both lighthearted folly and deeper reflections on love, destiny, and tradition, emphasizing Jean Paul’s unique style of intertwining satire with heartfelt prose. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Jean Paul, 1763-1825
Translator: Ewing, A. (Alexander), 1830-1895
EBook No.: 36164
Published: May 19, 2011
Downloads: 204
Language: English
Subject: German fiction -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.