Black Forest Village Stories by Berthold Auerbach

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Author Auerbach, Berthold, 1812-1882
Translator Goepp, Charles, 1827-1907
Title Black Forest Village Stories
Note Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by Google Books
Summary "Black Forest Village Stories" by Berthold Auerbach is a collection of fictional short stories written in the mid-19th century. The work captures life in a rural German community, providing vivid depictions of local characters and their everyday experiences, often centered on themes of love, societal roles, and interpersonal conflicts. Notable characters include Aloys, a sensitive young man struggling with his self-image and romantic feelings, particularly towards Mary Ann, as well as the manor-house farmer embroiled in a longstanding feud with his village. At the start of the narrative, readers are introduced to Aloys, famously nicknamed "Gawk," who grapples with his feelings of inadequacy and societal pressure. His interactions with other village boys, his admiration for Mary Ann, and the whimsical yet harsh reality of village life create a rich tapestry of youthful angst and longing. The beginning sets the stage for Aloys' journey as he navigates his relationships, his aspirations, and eventual enlistment in the military, all while uncovering the complexities of love and acceptance in his small community within the Black Forest. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Villages -- Fiction
Subject Country life -- Fiction
Subject Black Forest (Germany) -- Fiction
Subject Auerbach, Berthold, 1812-1882 -- Translations into English
Category Text
EBook-No. 32517
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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