Das Meer : Roman by Bernhard Kellermann
"Das Meer" by Bernhard Kellermann is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds on a remote and desolate island, conveying themes of isolation and human connection through the eyes of the protagonist, who is captivated by a young girl named Rosseherre amidst their harsh surroundings. The story intricately blends the beauty and ferocity of the sea with the simple lives of the island's fishermen and their families. The
opening of the novel vividly depicts life on the island, characterized by its stark landscape and the overwhelming presence of the sea. The narrator describes their daily experiences alongside friends, including the spirited Yann, as they interact with the local women and engage in revelries. Amidst this lively backdrop, the protagonist notices Rosseherre, a unique blonde girl among the island's darker-haired population, and their initial meeting sets the stage for what seems to be a budding romance. As the protagonist observes the comings and goings at the harbor and interacts with various islanders, a sense of adventure and the promise of emotional entanglements begin to emerge, anchored by the all-consuming proximity of the surrounding ocean. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Kellermann, Bernhard, 1879-1951 |
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| Title | Das Meer : Roman |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Jens Sadowski |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Sea stories |
| Subject | Brittany (France) -- Fiction |
| Subject | German fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42339 |
| Release Date | Mar 15, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 98 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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