Schuhlin: Eine Erzählung

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Sternheim, Carl, 1878-1942

Language:

German

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Schuhlin: Eine Erzählung" by Carl Sternheim is a novel written in the early 20th century. This book delves into the life of Ludwig Schuhlin, a musician hailing from a proletarian background whose ascent to social prominence is marked by his musical talent and complex relationships with those around him. The narrative explores themes of ambition, desire, and the dynamics of power within human connections. The novel tells the story of Ludwig Schuhlin, whose passion for music drives him from humble beginnings to the drawing rooms of affluent society. As he gains recognition and the admiration of wealthy women, Schuhlin's self-confidence swells, leading him to manipulate those who admire him for his art. His relationships become increasingly tumultuous, especially with Klara, a young woman whom he ultimately marries. The story examines Schuhlin's creative genius and the moral cost of his ambition, highlighting his struggles and the emotional toll on those he entwines in his life, ultimately culminating in a tragic turn of events fueled by jealousy and betrayal. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Jens Sadowski

Notes:

Reading ease score: 66.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2012-11-17