The Broken Cup by Heinrich Zschokke

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Author Zschokke, Heinrich, 1771-1848
Translator Godwin, Parke, 1816-1904
Title The Broken Cup
Credits Produced by Joyce Wilson and David Widger
Summary "The Broken Cup" by Johann Heinrich Daniel Zschokke is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story unfolds in the quaint village of Napoule, nestled by the shores of Provence, and centers around themes of love, revenge, and misunderstandings arising from societal expectations and personal desires. The narrative captures the dynamics of small-town life, where the arrival of a beautiful girl named Marietta stirs up emotions and conflicts among the young men and women. In this tale, Marietta returns to Napoule from Avignon, inadvertently sparking jealousy and contention among the local youths, particularly a wealthy farmer named Colin, who harbors a grudge against her. Misunderstandings escalate when a beautiful cup becomes a symbol of conflict between Colin and Marietta, leading to a series of mischief that includes jealousy, forced marriage prospects, and unintended consequences. Ultimately, as the truth behind the relationships and gifts unfolds, Colin and Marietta discover their mutual affection, overcoming the obstacles thrown in their way, including a broken cup that serves as a catalyst for their eventual union. The story is both whimsical and touching, illustrating the complexities of love intertwined with social ties. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Short stories
Subject Love stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 23062
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 24, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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