The Indian Lily and Other Stories

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Sudermann, Hermann, 1857-1928

Contributor:

Lewisohn, Ludwig, 1882-1955

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Indian Lily and Other Stories" by Hermann Sudermann is a collection of narratives likely penned in the early 20th century. The stories delve into themes of love, betrayal, and the complexities of human relationships, focusing on characters drawn from various social backgrounds who are often caught in moral dilemmas. The opening tale introduces Herr von Niebeldingk, a wealthy retired officer, whose internal conflicts and extramarital escapades set the stage for explorations of desire and emotional entanglements. At the start of the first chapter, we meet Herr von Niebeldingk early in the morning after a night spent with a lover. As he navigates the quiet of his home and contemplates his relationships, we catch glimpses of his past entanglements, particularly with Alice, a woman whose life intertwines with his in complicated ways. The atmosphere is filled with a mix of nostalgia and guilt, as Niebeldingk recalls both the joy and the turmoil of his romantic exploits, including the act of sending Indian lilies-a symbolic gesture for his romantic conquests. Through his reflections and interactions with letters from both Fritz, a youthful figure seeking guidance, and Alice, the mistress he has grown distant from, the narrative begins to weave a rich tapestry of relationships, longing, and unfulfilled desires. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

The Indian lily

The purpose

The song of death

The victim

Autumn

Merry folk

Thea.

Credits:

Produced by Charles Aldarondo, Michael Lockey and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Notes:

Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2006-02-01