Sonderlinge by Peter Rosegger
"Sonderlinge" by Peter Rosegger is a collection of character sketches written in the early 20th century. The work presents a variety of unique and eccentric figures, referred to as "Sonderlinge," who embody diverse life experiences, quirks, and philosophies. Through humor and compassion, the author explores the depth of human nature and relationships, showcasing both the endearing and the peculiar aspects of these individuals. At the start of "Sonderlinge," the author sets the
stage by reflecting on the collective nature of humanity, stating that while many appear similar at a distance, each individual is an original with distinct traits shaped by personal circumstances. The opening portion includes anecdotes about a character named Karl, who, despite his physical prowess and size, struggles with social expectations and personal desires. Karl’s interactions reveal his innocent and humorous nature, illustrating the themes of acceptance and the complexity of social identity as he navigates societal roles and his aspirations, particularly relating to love and work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Rosegger, Peter, 1843-1918 |
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| Title | Sonderlinge |
| Original Publication | Leipzig: L. Staackmann Verlag, 1922. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | Karl der Große -- Der Fischer im Olymp -- Der Geistbrenner -- Der ordentliche Augustin -- Meister Sani -- Der falsche Himmelträger -- Der unglückliche Kammerdiener -- Die Einsiedler -- Ein Wildling Christi -- Der mißratene Evangelist -- Der alte Adam -- Der Säemann -- Der scheltend' Schuster -- Herr Trotzkopf, der Heiratsbeflissene -- Der Samer-Sim -- Der Zillacher-Anderl -- s' Guderl -- Der Figurlmacher -- Der junge Geigenspieler -- Der singende Schabelwirt -- Das reiche Waldschulmeisterlein -- Der Orgler zu Sankt Thomas -- Der Naturfreund -- Der lange Rauk -- Hans Johanns Hauptsache -- Der Himmelherrgottswirt -- Herr v. Florin -- Der Steinschädel -- Der Feuermann Balthasar -- Herr Meyer, der Belehrende -- Ein Mann, ein Wort -- Hauptmann Alles -- Die Tafelrunde der Berühmten -- Der Mann mit den dreizehn Talern -- Der glücklichste Mann von Graz -- Der Waldteufel. |
| Credits | Hans Theyer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Austrian fiction |
| Subject | Short stories, Austrian |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75532 |
| Release Date | Mar 5, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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