In the Blue Pike — Complete by Georg Ebers
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| Author | Ebers, Georg, 1837-1898 |
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| Translator | Safford, Mary J. |
| Uniform Title | Im blauen Hecht. English |
| Title | In the Blue Pike — Complete |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | This eBook was produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "In the Blue Pike — Complete" by Georg Ebers is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in a bustling inn during a time of significant political activity, revolving around various travelers who converge at The Blue Pike in Miltenberg, Germany, as they head to a Reichstag convention convened by Emperor Maximilian. The narrative introduces us to a vibrant cast of characters, including Kuni, a former rope-dancer with a complicated past intertwined with nobility, particularly Lienhard Groland, a young councillor. The opening of the novel sets the stage with a lively tavern scene, where a mix of highborn guests and vagabonds creates a vivid atmosphere. We meet Kuni, who is dealing with her past misfortunes and the mental turmoil regarding her relationship with Lienhard, who once saved her from disgrace. As Kuni reflects on her past and her moments with Lienhard, we see her struggle between gratitude for his kindness and sorrow for lost opportunities. The tension between her thoughts and desires hints at a larger story of love, social standing, and the search for redemption amidst the lively backdrop of 16th-century society and its complexities. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Germany -- Fiction |
| Subject | German fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 5587 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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