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Title: Vom This, der doch etwas wird
Erzählung

Note: Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Delphine Lettau

Summary: "Vom This, der doch etwas wird" by Johanna Spyri is a narrative written in the late 19th century. This book explores themes of childhood, social dynamics, and individual potential, following the life of a boy named This, labeled as "the stupid This," who is neglected and ridiculed by his peers. The story begins by depicting the idyllic setting of the Seelisberg and introduces This, a shy and timid boy living with an indifferent family. This is constantly bullied and marginalized for his perceived incompetence. However, when crisis strikes in the form of a fever affecting Franz Anton, a local shepherd, This rises to the occasion by caring for Anton during his illness, demonstrating that he possesses a kindness and strength not immediately recognized by others. As a result of his selfless actions, This earns respect and friendship, ultimately transforming his life and the perceptions others have of him. The narrative culminates in a heartwarming revelation of This’ true worth and potential, showcasing themes of compassion, growth, and redemption. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Spyri, Johanna, 1827-1901

EBook No.: 9859

Published: Feb 1, 2006

Downloads: 101

Language: German

Subject: Mountain life -- Juvenile fiction

Subject: Switzerland -- Juvenile fiction

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

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Vom This, der doch etwas wird
Erzählung

Note: Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Delphine Lettau

Summary: "Vom This, der doch etwas wird" by Johanna Spyri is a narrative written in the late 19th century. This book explores themes of childhood, social dynamics, and individual potential, following the life of a boy named This, labeled as "the stupid This," who is neglected and ridiculed by his peers. The story begins by depicting the idyllic setting of the Seelisberg and introduces This, a shy and timid boy living with an indifferent family. This is constantly bullied and marginalized for his perceived incompetence. However, when crisis strikes in the form of a fever affecting Franz Anton, a local shepherd, This rises to the occasion by caring for Anton during his illness, demonstrating that he possesses a kindness and strength not immediately recognized by others. As a result of his selfless actions, This earns respect and friendship, ultimately transforming his life and the perceptions others have of him. The narrative culminates in a heartwarming revelation of This’ true worth and potential, showcasing themes of compassion, growth, and redemption. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Spyri, Johanna, 1827-1901

EBook No.: 9859

Published: Feb 1, 2006

Downloads: 101

Language: German

Subject: Mountain life -- Juvenile fiction

Subject: Switzerland -- Juvenile fiction

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

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.