La mirinda historio de Petro Schlemihl by Adelbert von Chamisso

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Author Chamisso, Adelbert von, 1781-1838
Translator Wüster, Eugen, 1898-1977
Uniform Title Peter Schlemihls wundersame geschichte. Esperanto
Title La mirinda historio de Petro Schlemihl
Note Reading ease score: 60.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "La mirinda historio de Petro Schlemihl" by Adelbert von Chamisso is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story centers on the character Peter Schlemihl, who experiences a fantastical journey starting from his remarkable loss—his shadow. This unusual premise explores themes of identity, value, and the nature of happiness, inviting readers into a world where material wealth comes with a cost. The opening of the narrative describes Peter Schlemihl's arrival in a bustling harbor town after a taxing sea voyage, where he seeks to establish himself in a new place. As he navigates the social scene, he encounters intriguing characters, including a mysterious man in a gray coat who ultimately proposes a strange exchange: Schlemihl's shadow for a bag of gold. This fantastical transaction sets the stage for the ensuing adventures and challenges Schlemihl faces as he grapples with the consequences of his decision and contemplates the deeper meaning of existence without his shadow. The fascinating blend of realism and fantasy in the initial chapters establishes a compelling premise, drawing readers into Schlemihl's unusual predicament. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Esperanto
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Fables
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EBook-No. 63926
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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