The House of Heine Brothers, in Munich by Anthony Trollope

"The House of Heine Brothers, in Munich" by Anthony Trollope is a novel set in the mid-to-late 19th century, during the Victorian era. The story revolves around the modest banking house of Heine Brothers in Munich, which is characterized by its good but unremarkable reputation in the banking world. The narrative focuses on the lives of the Heine family, exploring themes of love, social expectations, and the dynamics of family relationships. The plot centers on Isa Heine, the elder daughter of Ernest Heine, who leads a tranquil life while navigating her feelings for Herbert Onslow, a young English clerk at her father's bank. As Herbert harbors romantic feelings for Isa, he struggles with the challenges of their socioeconomic conditions, particularly the financial approval from Isa’s uncle, Hatto Heine. The unfolding love story is marked by a lack of romantic flair, showcasing Isa's pragmatic and realistic approach to love. After several trials, misunderstandings, and deliberations, Hatto eventually grants Herbert a partnership in the bank, paving the way for Herbert and Isa’s engagement amidst family loyalties and societal norms. The narrative beautifully captures both the mundane and profound aspects of life during this period, serving as a poignant reflection on love and duty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Trollope, Anthony, 1815-1882
Title The House of Heine Brothers, in Munich
Credits Transcribed from the 1864 Chapman and Hall “Tales of All Countries” edition by David Price
Reading Level Reading ease score: 79.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Short stories
Subject British -- Germany -- Fiction
Subject Courtship -- Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 3724
Release Date
Last Update Nov 27, 2015
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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