In a German Pension by Katherine Mansfield
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"In a German Pension" by Katherine Mansfield is a collection of short stories written during the early 20th century. The book presents a series of vignettes that explore the lives, conversations, and interactions of a diverse group of guests at a German pension, often delving into themes of culture, societal norms, and the complexities of human relationships. The opening of the book introduces the reader to a lively dining scene in a
pension, where the main character engages with various individuals at their mealtime. Through witty dialogue, readers get glimpses of characters like Herr Rat, who boasts about his cooking skills and breakfast habits, and the curious Widow, who questions the protagonist about her marriage and dietary choices. Amidst discussions of food, health, and personal experiences, the protagonist grapples with her identity and the cultural differences that set her apart from her German companions. This initial chapter sets the tone for the collection, hinting at the mix of humor and introspection that characterizes Mansfield's exploration of shared lives within the confines of the pension. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Mansfield, Katherine, 1888-1923 |
|---|---|
| Title | In a German Pension |
| Contents | Germans at meat -- The baron -- The sister of the baroness -- Frau Fischer -- Frau Brechenmacher attends a wedding -- The modern soul -- At Lehmann's -- The Luft Bad -- A birthday -- The child-who-was-tired -- The advanced lady -- The swing of the pendulum -- A blaze. |
| Credits | Sue Asscher |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Germany -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 1472 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 1998 |
| Last Update | Jan 6, 2022 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 849 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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