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Heyse, Paul
1830
1914
Heise, Paul
Heyse, Paul Johann Ludwig von
Baumbach, Rudolf
1840
1905
Hoffmann, E. T. A. (Ernst Theodor Amadeus)
1776
1822
Hoffmann, E.T.A.
Hoffmann, Ernst Theodor Wilhelm
Hoffmann, Ernst Theodor Amadeus
Lindau, Rudolf
1829
1910
Sacher-Masoch, Leopold, Ritter von
1835
1895
Sacher-Masoch, Ritter von (Leopold)
Sacher-Masosch, Leopold, Ritter von
Von Sacher-Masoch, Leopold, Ritter
Sacher-Masoch, Leopold von
Zschokke, Heinrich
1771
1848
Zschokke, Johann Heinrich Daniel
Stories by Foreign Authors: German — Volume 1
Reading ease score: 79.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
The fury, Paul Heyse -- The philosopher's pendulum, Rudolph Lindau -- The bookbinder of Hort, Leopold von Sacher-Masoch -- The Egyptian fire-eater, Rudolph Baumbach -- The Cremona violin, E.T.A. Hoffmann -- Adventures of a new year's eve, Heinrich Zschokke
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"Stories by Foreign Authors: German — Volume 1" by Paul Heyse et al. is a collection of short stories likely compiled in the late 19th century. The anthology features various narratives from notable German authors, showcasing a range of themes and styles that reflect the cultural and social nuances of their time. Each story brings forth different characters and settings, inviting readers into the rich literary fabric of German storytelling. The opening of the book presents "The Fury" by Paul Heyse, introducing us to a picturesque scene along the coast of Sorrento, where the day breaks with fishermen attending to their boats. The narrative quickly shifts focus to Laurella, a young girl of eighteen who aspires to go to Capri while grappling with her complex emotions regarding love and her troubled past. Conflicted by the shadow of her father's abusive behavior, Laurella resolves to remain unmarried, fearing the repercussions of love that could lead to pain. The encounter between her and a boatman named Antonio foreshadows a deeper exploration of their intertwined fates amid the backdrop of romantic tensions and personal struggles, setting the stage for the unfolding story that navigates love, trauma, and self-discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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