Peter Schlemihl by Adelbert von Chamisso

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Author Chamisso, Adelbert von, 1781-1838
Illustrator Cruikshank, George, 1792-1878
Translator Bowring, John, 1792-1872
LoC No. 06023329
Title Peter Schlemihl
Credits Transcribed from the 1861 Robert Hardwicke edition by David Price
Summary "Peter Schlemihl" by Adelbert von Chamisso is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story follows the life of Peter Schlemihl, a man who makes the fateful decision to sell his shadow to a mysterious figure in exchange for wealth. This unusual transaction leads him on a profound journey exploring themes of identity, loss, and societal acceptance. The opening portion introduces Peter Schlemihl as he navigates his arrival in a new town, eager to establish himself but soon feels the weight of his peculiar situation. After an awkward encounter with a wealthy man, Mr. Thomas Jones, and his company, he becomes intrigued by a mysterious old man in grey who seems to possess magical abilities, producing extravagant items seemingly from his pocket. As Schlemihl's curiosity leads him to a strange proposal to sell his shadow, he grapples with the implications of such a bargain, foreshadowing the challenges he will face. This sets the stage for a story that intertwines the surreal with deep introspection about human nature and societal values. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Fables
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EBook-No. 21943
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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