| Author |
Schäfer, Wilhelm, 1868-1952 |
| Title |
Lebenstag eines Menschenfreundes : Roman
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| Original Publication |
München: Georg Müller Verlag, 1920.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 58.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Hans Theyer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Lebenstag eines Menschenfreundes: Roman" by Wilhelm Schäfer is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the character Heinrich Pestalozzi, who navigates the complexities of his childhood, experiencing grief, family dynamics, and existential reflections in a world that juxtaposes wealth with poverty. As Heinrich grapples with loss and seeks understanding in his life, the narrative unfolds against the backdrop of society during that era. The opening of the novel introduces Heinrich Pestalozzi’s family dynamics as he lives in a cramped, working-class setting in Zurich, alongside his grieving mother and siblings. The story begins with the somber event of his father's death, marking a significant emotional moment for Heinrich and shaping his perception of life. As the narrative progresses, it recounts his deepening awareness of his surroundings—the contrasting experiences of city and countryside, wealth and poverty, and the beginning of his formal education. The text captures his innocent and fearful perspective, as well as his longing for connection and understanding in a world that increasingly reveals its complexities to him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Pestalozzi, Johann Heinrich, 1746-1827 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
75169 |
| Release Date |
Jan 21, 2025 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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