Zwei Prager Geschichten

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Rilke, Rainer Maria, 1875-1926

Language:

German

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Zwei Prager Geschichten" by Rainer Maria Rilke is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of memory, identity, and the human experience against the backdrop of Prague, with a focus on the life of its characters. It presents rich narratives that delve into the complexities of relationships and the nuances of socio-cultural life during that era. The opening of this work introduces the character of König Bohusch, who navigates the intricacies of his social world, as he interacts with various artists and intellectuals in a café setting. We witness the tension between aspirations and harsh realities through Bohusch's reflections and interactions, specifically highlighting his struggles with self-worth and societal perceptions. This introduction sets the tone for a deeper exploration of the themes of belonging and the search for meaning amidst the vibrant yet challenging atmosphere of Prague, hinting at the poignant narratives that are to unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

König Bohusch

Die Geschwister.

Credits:

Produced by Jana Srna, mcbax and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by Bielefeld University.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2009-01-17