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Title: The Invisible Lodge
Note: Reading ease score: 54.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive
Summary: "The Invisible Lodge" by Jean Paul is a novel written in the late 18th century. The narrative begins in a whimsical and humorous tone, centered around the peculiarities and passions of its main characters, particularly the Head-forester von Knör and his daughter, Ernestina. The story unfolds through a series of comedic events involving chess, courtship, and a satirical commentary on society and relationships. At the start of the book, we are introduced to von Knör, who is obsessed with chess and intends to marry off his daughter, Ernestina, to the suitor who can defeat her at the game. With a host of suitors competing for her hand, the stage is set for a humorous exploration of courtship dynamics, expectations, and the quirks of love. As the chess match and ensuing romantic developments are described, the text uses playful language and intricate detail to depict the characters' interactions, while also foreshadowing deeper themes of choice and destiny as seen through the lens of their humorous situation. The opening sets up a rich comedic tapestry full of eccentric characters and societal observations, promising an engaging read. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Jean Paul, 1763-1825
Translator: Brooks, Charles Timothy, 1813-1883
EBook No.: 36353
Published: Jun 8, 2011
Downloads: 106
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: The Invisible Lodge
Note: Reading ease score: 54.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive
Summary: "The Invisible Lodge" by Jean Paul is a novel written in the late 18th century. The narrative begins in a whimsical and humorous tone, centered around the peculiarities and passions of its main characters, particularly the Head-forester von Knör and his daughter, Ernestina. The story unfolds through a series of comedic events involving chess, courtship, and a satirical commentary on society and relationships. At the start of the book, we are introduced to von Knör, who is obsessed with chess and intends to marry off his daughter, Ernestina, to the suitor who can defeat her at the game. With a host of suitors competing for her hand, the stage is set for a humorous exploration of courtship dynamics, expectations, and the quirks of love. As the chess match and ensuing romantic developments are described, the text uses playful language and intricate detail to depict the characters' interactions, while also foreshadowing deeper themes of choice and destiny as seen through the lens of their humorous situation. The opening sets up a rich comedic tapestry full of eccentric characters and societal observations, promising an engaging read. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Jean Paul, 1763-1825
Translator: Brooks, Charles Timothy, 1813-1883
EBook No.: 36353
Published: Jun 8, 2011
Downloads: 106
Language: English
Subject: Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.