Aus der Schweiz by Ida von Düringsfeld

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Author Düringsfeld, Ida von, 1815-1876
Title Aus der Schweiz
Original Publication Germany: Verlag von Franz Schlodtmann,1850.
Note Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This transcription was produced from images generously made available by Bayerische Staatsbibliothek / Bavarian State Library.)
Summary "Aus der Schweiz" by Ida von Düringsfeld is a collection of reflections and observations written in the mid-19th century. The narrative likely explores the contrasts and charms of Switzerland as experienced by the author through her journey. Central to the story is the character of Mauricy, a Polish man who grapples with his personal past and the political turmoil surrounding him, punctuated by his interactions with others during their shared stay in Switzerland. The opening of "Aus der Schweiz" introduces a lyrical and introspective atmosphere, beginning with imagery of the Rhine and a contemplation of returning to one’s homeland. We meet the narrator and her companions, including the enigmatic Mauricy, who is portrayed as a delicate, kind-hearted figure in declining health. Their conversations delve into politics and personal relationships, bringing forth Mauricy’s deep affection for his homeland, Poland, and his mournful reflections on lost love. Despite his illnesses, he appears as a source of warmth and depth, engaging in spirited discussions that reveal his intense feelings about national identity and personal loss. Overall, the beginning sets a tone of contemplative exploration, both of the Swiss landscape and the complexities of human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class DQ: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Switzerland
Subject Switzerland -- Description and travel
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EBook-No. 67083
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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