Seelenverkäufer: Das Schicksal einer Deutsch-Amerikanerin by M. Gontard-Schuck

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Author Gontard-Schuck, M., 1861-1950
LoC No. 14018028
Title Seelenverkäufer: Das Schicksal einer Deutsch-Amerikanerin
Note Reading ease score: 93.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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Summary "Seelenverkäufer: Das Schicksal einer Deutsch-Amerikanerin" by M. Gontard-Schuck is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the struggles of a young German-American woman as she navigates her challenging childhood and the societal complexities she faces after arriving in America. Central to the narrative is the character Lotte, who grapples with her painful past and the harsh realities of her present, showcasing themes of innocence, betrayal, and the search for identity. The opening of the novel introduces us to Lotte, who reflects on her difficult childhood filled with sorrow, familial strife, and loss, particularly the death of her mother. As she matures, she confronts her feelings of love for a man named Rudolph and the painful circumstances that lead her to a drastic decision to leave her home for America. Upon arrival, her dreams quickly turn into a nightmare as she finds herself ensnared in a trap, revealing the darker side of her new life and the exploitation she faces. The narrative sets a poignant and foreboding tone, suggesting future struggles for Lotte as she seeks to reclaim her sense of agency against overwhelming odds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 35999
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 20, 2012
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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