Kurgast: Aufzeichnungen von einer Badener Kur by Hermann Hesse
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| Author | Hesse, Hermann, 1877-1962 |
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| Title | Kurgast: Aufzeichnungen von einer Badener Kur |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Jens Sadowski |
| Summary | "Kurgast: Aufzeichnungen von einer Badener Kur" by Hermann Hesse is a semi-autobiographical narrative written in the early 20th century. The work chronicles the experiences of a writer venturing into the realm of therapeutic bathing in Baden, dealing with both physical ailments and the introspective musings that arise from such a period of treatment. The protagonist reflects on themes of aging, human suffering, and the search for meaning amidst illness, highlighting his interactions with fellow patients and the therapeutic environment around him. The opening of the narrative sets a contemplative tone as the protagonist arrives in Baden and is immediately struck by the peculiar camaraderie formed among fellow patients. There are vivid descriptions of his initial observations of other ischiatic patients, leading to a complex mix of empathy and unintentional schadenfreude as he compares their ailments with his own. As he navigates his first day, he grapples with fears and hopes for recovery, while humorously contemplating the absurdities of his surroundings, from hotel accommodations to the nature of treatments. Hesse introduces a rich tapestry of thoughts about the human condition and wellness, blending personal reflection with keen social observation through his witty prose and philosophical inquiries. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Health resorts |
| Subject | Hesse, Hermann, 1877-1962 |
| Subject | Authors, German -- 20th century -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 64449 |
| Release Date | Feb 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 111 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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