Das zweite Gesicht: Eine Liebesgeschichte by Hermann Löns

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Author Löns, Hermann, 1866-1914
Title Das zweite Gesicht: Eine Liebesgeschichte
Note Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Das zweite Gesicht: Eine Liebesgeschichte" by Hermann Löns is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds around the pivotal character Helmold Hagenrieder, a painter whose life and relationships are deeply intertwined with the other main characters, including Swaantje, his affectionate cousin. The narrative delves into themes of love, art, and the complexities of human emotions against the backdrop of nature and the supernatural. The opening of the novel introduces a whimsical scene featuring a witch dancing in a moor, which quickly shifts to Helmold, who wakes up from a dream filled with both strange and beautiful imagery. After his wild dream, he encounters Swaantje, who embodies grace and charm, and is reminded of his affection for her. The text hints at a deeper love story filled with fantastical elements, contrasting the mundane realities of Helmold's life, particularly as he wrestles with his feelings for Swaantje while being married. As the characters navigate their relationships and personal challenges, the themes of passion, creativity, and existential reflection begin to emerge, setting an intriguing tone for the rest of the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Art -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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