What the Swallow Sang: A Novel

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Spielhagen, Friedrich, 1829-1911

Standardized Title:

Was die Schwalbe sang. English

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"What the Swallow Sang: A Novel" by Friedrich Spielhagen is a work of fiction written in the late 19th century. The narrative introduces the central character, Gotthold, a man returning to his childhood village after a long absence, evoking memories and emotions tied to his family, his past, and a lost love named Cecilia. The book likely delves into themes of nostalgia, memory, and the complexities of love and familial connections. At the start of the novel, we meet Gotthold as he arrives in a churchyard, deeply reflective about his past and his familial relationships, particularly with his deceased father. This opening scene quickly establishes a melancholic atmosphere as he navigates memories tied to his upbringing, his mother's grave, and the painful recollections of his childhood. As he contemplates his once-forgotten love for Cecilia and engages in an unexpected encounter with her husband, Carl Brandow, his emotional turmoil becomes evident. The opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Gotthold's internal conflicts and the influences of his upbringing, indicating a narrative rich with emotional depth and character development. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by Google Books

Notes:

Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2010-12-08