Henry of Ofterdingen: A Romance. by Novalis
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"Henry of Ofterdingen: A Romance" by Novalis is a novel written in the late 18th century. This enchanting romantic narrative centers around a young aspiring poet named Henry, who embarks on a journey that intertwines profound longing, dreams, and the search for a mysterious blue flower that symbolizes beauty and artistic inspiration. As Henry grapples with his emotions and the nature of dreams, the story explores themes of love, creativity, and the
connection between the individual and the larger universe. The opening of the novel introduces Henry, who is restless and deeply fascinated by the tales of a mysterious stranger. He is consumed by an unquenchable longing for the blue flower, which he has dreamt about and considers to be an object of great significance, furthering his feelings of restlessness. His dreams reveal a rich tapestry of experiences and emotions that hint at a greater destiny. The narrative transitions into his thoughts and exchanges with his parents, who represent practicality in the face of his idealistic pursuits. As Henry prepares for a journey to his ancestral home in Augsburg with his mother, he is filled with excitement and curiosity about the world beyond his known surroundings, setting the stage for the exploration of his artistic aspirations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Novalis, 1772-1801 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Schlegel, Friedrich von, 1772-1829 |
| Translator | Tieck, Ludwig, 1773-1853 |
| LoC No. | 07001922 |
| Title | Henry of Ofterdingen: A Romance. |
| Credits | Charles Bowen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Germany -- Fiction |
| Subject | Bildungsromans |
| Subject | Poets, German -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 31873 |
| Release Date | Apr 3, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jul 26, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2092 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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