Vor Sonnenaufgang: Soziales Drama by Gerhart Hauptmann
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About this eBook
| Author | Hauptmann, Gerhart, 1862-1946 |
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| Title | Vor Sonnenaufgang: Soziales Drama |
| Note | Reading ease score: 87.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Vor Sonnenaufgang: Soziales Drama" by Gerhart Hauptmann is a social drama written in the late 19th century. This play explores the complexities of rural life and social issues, centering around the interactions of a cast of characters, including Alfred Loth, who returns to visit his old friend Hoffmann. Through its dialogue and the unfolding relationships, the work delves into themes of societal norms, personal struggles, and the stark realities faced by both the wealthy and the working class. The opening of the play introduces us to a setting marked by a clash of class and ideology. Alfred Loth, recently released from prison, encounters his old friend, Hoffmann, within the opulent home of the latter's father-in-law, Mr. Krause. The dialogue reflects the tensions between their differing perspectives, especially regarding social responsibility and individual ambition. Loth, driven by a desire to understand the lives of the working class, faces skepticism from Hoffmann and other characters, revealing the underlying conflicts of the play. The scene sets the stage for an exploration of ideas related to morality, class disparity, and the personal impact of broader social issues—central themes that Hauptmann will continue to unravel as the narrative progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | German drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 52218 |
| Release Date | Jun 2, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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