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Title: Nachttänze der Indianer
Original Publication: Germany: Union Deutsche Verlagsgesellschaft,1926.
Note: Reading ease score: 72.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Jens Sadowski. This file was produced from images made available by Heidelberg University.
Summary: "Nachttänze der Indianer" by B. Traven is a short story written in the early 20th century. The narrative takes place in the Mexican jungle and revolves around a cultural event, depicting a night of traditional Indian dances and festivities. The story explores themes of community, cultural expression, and the contrast between indigenous and Western lifestyles. The plot follows the experience of a white man who is invited by his Indian neighbor to a dance celebration among the local community. As he arrives at the festivities, he observes the vibrant atmosphere filled with music, laughter, and traditional dances. The guests are mostly Indian families who engage in joyous dancing, showcasing a rich cultural heritage that transcends age and societal norms. Through the protagonist's eyes, readers witness the beauty and simplicity of the evening, as well as the deep connections among the attendees, who embrace familial bonds and shared traditions. The story concludes with the night's end, where guests quietly depart, leaving behind the remnants of a magical cultural gathering. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Traven, B., 1882-1969
EBook No.: 67067
Published: Jan 1, 2022
Downloads: 44
Language: German
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Mexico -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Nachttänze der Indianer
Original Publication: Germany: Union Deutsche Verlagsgesellschaft,1926.
Note: Reading ease score: 72.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Jens Sadowski. This file was produced from images made available by Heidelberg University.
Summary: "Nachttänze der Indianer" by B. Traven is a short story written in the early 20th century. The narrative takes place in the Mexican jungle and revolves around a cultural event, depicting a night of traditional Indian dances and festivities. The story explores themes of community, cultural expression, and the contrast between indigenous and Western lifestyles. The plot follows the experience of a white man who is invited by his Indian neighbor to a dance celebration among the local community. As he arrives at the festivities, he observes the vibrant atmosphere filled with music, laughter, and traditional dances. The guests are mostly Indian families who engage in joyous dancing, showcasing a rich cultural heritage that transcends age and societal norms. Through the protagonist's eyes, readers witness the beauty and simplicity of the evening, as well as the deep connections among the attendees, who embrace familial bonds and shared traditions. The story concludes with the night's end, where guests quietly depart, leaving behind the remnants of a magical cultural gathering. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Traven, B., 1882-1969
EBook No.: 67067
Published: Jan 1, 2022
Downloads: 44
Language: German
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Mexico -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.