Die Chronik der Sperlingsgasse by Wilhelm Raabe
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| Author | Raabe, Wilhelm, 1831-1910 |
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| Illustrator | Bosch, Ernst, 1834-1917 |
| Title | Die Chronik der Sperlingsgasse |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Chronicle_of_Sparrow_Lane Wikipedia page about this book: https: //de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Die_Chronik_der_Sperlingsgasse |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Die Chronik der Sperlingsgasse" by Wilhelm Raabe is a novel written in the late 19th century. The work explores the theme of memory, nostalgia, and the contrast between joy and sorrow in everyday life, centered around the narrator, Johannes Wachholder, as he reflects on his past and the lives of those around him. The novel is set in the bustling atmosphere of a city, particularly through the lens of the titular Sperlingsgasse, featuring various characters that embody the complexities of human experience. The opening of the novel introduces us to the narrator's melancholic thoughts amid a gloomy autumn, setting the stage for a reflective narrative. Johannes observes the world outside his window, contrasting the dreariness of the present with cherished memories from his past, including his childhood in the delightful town of Ulfelden and the warmth of his relationships, particularly with a young woman named Marie. As he recalls these memories, the arrival of the first snow ignites a sense of hope and inspiration, prompting him to begin writing a chronicle of his experiences and the vibrant lives of the people in the Sperlingsgasse. The prose captures the chilly atmosphere while simultaneously evoking the joy of childhood memories and the inevitability of change and loss, heralding a deeper exploration of life's dichotomies as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | German fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46411 |
| Release Date | Jul 25, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 76 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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