| Author |
Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898 |
| Translator |
Safford, Mary J. |
| Title |
The Story of My Life — Volume 02
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
This eBook was produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Story of My Life — Volume 02" by Georg Ebers is an autobiographical work written during the late 19th century. As the second volume in a series, it reflects upon Ebers' early life experiences, detailing significant moments from his childhood and adolescence in Germany. The book navigates themes of art, personal development, and the socio-political landscape of the time, providing insights into Ebers' literary and cultural influences. In this volume, Ebers recounts his formative years, filled with vivid memories of key figures in the arts and politics who shaped his perspective. He describes his interactions with renowned sculptors like Drake and Streichenberg, illustrating the impact of artistic creativity on his imagination. Ebers captures joyful moments spent on family outings and the camaraderie of childhood while contrasting them with the looming political turmoil of the era, notably the growing discontent leading to the revolutions of 1848. Through personal anecdotes, Ebers provides a rich tapestry of life in a politically charged society, blending intimate recollections with broader historical context. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5594 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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