Der Kinderkreuzzug by Marcel Schwob
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"Der Kinderkreuzzug" by Marcel Schwob is a historical narrative written in the early 20th century. The book recounts a poignant episode from the past, specifically focusing on a misguided children's crusade in the medieval era, where thousands of children set off on an ill-fated journey to reclaim the Holy Land. Schwob's work blends elements of fantasy and reality, exploring themes of innocence, faith, and the tragic consequences of idealism. In this tale,
the narrative unfolds through the perspectives of various characters, including a leper, a Goliard, and a papal figure, who observe the fervent yet naïve children as they embark on their quest for Jerusalem. Each character reflects on the innocence of the children and the folly of their journey, highlighting the stark realities they face. The children, driven by visions and voices, march along, holding makeshift crosses and calling for their savior, unaware of the dangers that lie ahead. Throughout the story, Schwob captures the bittersweet essence of childhood faith and the harsh truths of the world, ultimately illustrating the tragic fate that awaits these innocent souls. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Schwob, Marcel, 1867-1905 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Seiffhart, Arthur, 1880-1959 |
| Uniform Title | La croisade des enfants. German |
| Title | Der Kinderkreuzzug |
| Credits | Produced by Jens Sadowski |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Children's Crusade, 1212 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 39624 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-39624-8 |
| Release Date | May 5, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 161 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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