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Title: Lichtenstein

Note: Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: This text was produced for Project Gutenberg by Mike Pullen and Delphine Lettau

Summary: "Lichtenstein" by Wilhelm Hauff is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The story revolves around the land of Württemberg in southern Germany during the tumultuous events of the early 16th century, primarily focusing on the challenges faced by Duke Ulrich of Württemberg. As tensions rise within the region, the narrative explores themes of love, loyalty, and conflict against the backdrop of political strife and societal upheaval. The opening of "Lichtenstein" sets the stage for a tale steeped in rich historical context. It provides an overview of the fertile land of Württemberg, its struggles for autonomy, and the turning point in the life of Duke Ulrich, marked by his conflicts with both external foes and internal dissent. The narrative then introduces the bustling atmosphere of Ulm as the people prepare for the entry of the dignitaries of the Swabian League. Amidst this vibrant setting, the focus shifts to Georg von Sturmfeder, a young man caught between loyalty and love, who aspires to prove himself a worthy knight while harboring deep feelings for Marie, the daughter of his lord, and who is intrigued by the unfolding events around him. As the characters navigate their lives against the backdrop of impending war, personal motives intertwine with broader historical narratives, setting the stage for an engaging story of romance and adventure amid the fight for power. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hauff, Wilhelm, 1802-1827

EBook No.: 6726

Published: Oct 1, 2004

Downloads: 75

Language: German

Subject: Ulrich, Duke of Württemberg, 1487-1550 -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:6726:2 2004-10-01T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Hauff, Wilhelm de 1
2024-11-05T23:51:59Z Lichtenstein

This edition has images.

Title: Lichtenstein

Note: Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: This text was produced for Project Gutenberg by Mike Pullen and Delphine Lettau

Summary: "Lichtenstein" by Wilhelm Hauff is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The story revolves around the land of Württemberg in southern Germany during the tumultuous events of the early 16th century, primarily focusing on the challenges faced by Duke Ulrich of Württemberg. As tensions rise within the region, the narrative explores themes of love, loyalty, and conflict against the backdrop of political strife and societal upheaval. The opening of "Lichtenstein" sets the stage for a tale steeped in rich historical context. It provides an overview of the fertile land of Württemberg, its struggles for autonomy, and the turning point in the life of Duke Ulrich, marked by his conflicts with both external foes and internal dissent. The narrative then introduces the bustling atmosphere of Ulm as the people prepare for the entry of the dignitaries of the Swabian League. Amidst this vibrant setting, the focus shifts to Georg von Sturmfeder, a young man caught between loyalty and love, who aspires to prove himself a worthy knight while harboring deep feelings for Marie, the daughter of his lord, and who is intrigued by the unfolding events around him. As the characters navigate their lives against the backdrop of impending war, personal motives intertwine with broader historical narratives, setting the stage for an engaging story of romance and adventure amid the fight for power. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hauff, Wilhelm, 1802-1827

EBook No.: 6726

Published: Oct 1, 2004

Downloads: 75

Language: German

Subject: Ulrich, Duke of Württemberg, 1487-1550 -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:6726:3 2004-10-01T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Hauff, Wilhelm de 1