Sämtliche Werke 9: Novellen aus Österreich III

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Saar, Ferdinand von, 1833-1906

Contributor:

Minor, Jacob, 1855-1912

Language:

German

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Sämtliche Werke 9: Novellen aus Österreich III" by Ferdinand von Saar is a collection of novellas written in the late 19th century. This volume specifically includes stories set in Austria, exploring themes of social class, identity, and personal ambition through its various characters. The collection promises to delve into human experiences linked to societal norms and individual aspirations. At the start of the novella titled "Leutnant Burda," we are introduced to the titular character, Joseph Burda, a somewhat melancholic officer approaching his thirties. Noteworthy for his refinement and strict demeanor, Burda harbors a significant vanity regarding his appearance while navigating the complex hierarchies and social expectations of military life. His romantic pursuits are hinted to be lofty and idealized, often directed toward women of higher social standing. The unfolding narrative sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Burda's aspirations and the future entanglements he may face, especially as he interacts with both his fellow officers and the enigmatic women of high society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Leutnant Burda

Seligmann Hirsch

Die Troglodytin

Ginevra

Geschichte eines Wienerkindes

Schloß Kostenitz.

Credits:

Produced by Peter Becker, Jens Sadowski, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2015-09-15