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Title: Der versiegelte Engel, und andere Geschichten
Note: Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents: Der versiegelte Engel -- Die Epopöe von Wischnewskij und seiner Sippe -- Der Toupetkünstler -- Anläßlich der Kreutzersonate.
Credits: Produced by Jens Sadowski
Summary: "Der versiegelte Engel, und andere Geschichten" by N. S. Leskov is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The work delves into Russian life and culture, particularly focusing on themes of faith, identity, and the societal dynamics among different groups. The opening tale, "Der versiegelte Engel," introduces characters from various backgrounds who gather at a remote inn during a harsh winter storm, setting the stage for discussions about divine guidance and the experiences of the common folk. The opening sets a vivid scene of a crowded inn in the Russian countryside during Christmas time. Characters include a frustrated innkeeper and a diverse group of travelers, including nobles, merchants, and peasants, who all seek warmth from the brutal weather outside. A conversation unfolds as travelers recount their experiences and knowledge of angels and faith, facilitated by a humble man who begins to share a long story about his life as a builder under various conditions. This opening part hints at deeper explorations of spirituality and the influence of faith on the characters' lives, engaging the reader with a rich tapestry of Russian culture and character interactions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Leskov, N. S. (Nikolai Semenovich), 1831-1895
Translator: Eliasberg, Alexander, 1878-1924
EBook No.: 50911
Published: Jan 13, 2016
Downloads: 86
Language: German
Subject: Russian fiction -- Translations into German
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Der versiegelte Engel, und andere Geschichten
Note: Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents: Der versiegelte Engel -- Die Epopöe von Wischnewskij und seiner Sippe -- Der Toupetkünstler -- Anläßlich der Kreutzersonate.
Credits: Produced by Jens Sadowski
Summary: "Der versiegelte Engel, und andere Geschichten" by N. S. Leskov is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The work delves into Russian life and culture, particularly focusing on themes of faith, identity, and the societal dynamics among different groups. The opening tale, "Der versiegelte Engel," introduces characters from various backgrounds who gather at a remote inn during a harsh winter storm, setting the stage for discussions about divine guidance and the experiences of the common folk. The opening sets a vivid scene of a crowded inn in the Russian countryside during Christmas time. Characters include a frustrated innkeeper and a diverse group of travelers, including nobles, merchants, and peasants, who all seek warmth from the brutal weather outside. A conversation unfolds as travelers recount their experiences and knowledge of angels and faith, facilitated by a humble man who begins to share a long story about his life as a builder under various conditions. This opening part hints at deeper explorations of spirituality and the influence of faith on the characters' lives, engaging the reader with a rich tapestry of Russian culture and character interactions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Leskov, N. S. (Nikolai Semenovich), 1831-1895
Translator: Eliasberg, Alexander, 1878-1924
EBook No.: 50911
Published: Jan 13, 2016
Downloads: 86
Language: German
Subject: Russian fiction -- Translations into German
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.