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2004-11-15
Public domain in the USA.
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Ebers, Georg
1837
1898
Ebers, Georg Moritz
Ebers, George Moritz
Safford, Mary J.
Safford, Mary Joanna
Barbara Blomberg — Complete
Reading ease score: 62.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Produced by David Widger
"Barbara Blomberg" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in Ratisbon and centers around the life and challenges faced by the titular character, Barbara Blomberg, amidst the imperial court, as she navigates issues of class, love, and ambition against a backdrop of political intrigue. The opening of "Barbara Blomberg" introduces readers to the atmosphere in Ratisbon, highlighting the tension at the imperial court as various nobles and soldiers discuss Emperor Charles V's deteriorating health. The narrative transitions to reveal Queen Mary of Hungary, who is concerned about her brother's well-being, and her interactions with Don Luis Quijada, a nobleman close to the Emperor. Meanwhile, we meet Wolf Hartschwert, a young man returning home after five years abroad, filled with memories of his youth and longing for Barbara. His reflections and the vibrant descriptions of the city and its people create a rich setting for the unfolding drama of love and duty. In this early part, the stage is set for conflicts between personal desires and societal expectations that will engage the reader moving forward. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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German fiction -- Translations into English
Holy Roman Empire -- History -- Charles V, 1519-1556 -- Fiction
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Historical Fiction
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