The Joy of Living (Es lebe das Leben): A Play in Five Acts by Hermann Sudermann

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Author Sudermann, Hermann, 1857-1928
Translator Wharton, Edith, 1862-1937
Uniform Title Es lebe das Leben. English
Title The Joy of Living (Es lebe das Leben): A Play in Five Acts
Note Reading ease score: 86.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive
Summary "The Joy of Living (Es lebe das Leben): A Play in Five Acts" by Hermann Sudermann is a dramatic work written in the late 19th century. The play revolves around Count Michael von Kellinghausen and his wife, Beata, as they navigate the complexities of personal and political relationships amidst an election campaign. The narrative explores themes of ambition, sacrifice, and the intricacies of love and duty. At the start of the play, we are introduced to the drawing-room of Count Kellinghausen's house in Berlin, where various characters—politicians, family members, and friends—gather to discuss the recent elections. Tensions rise as Beata expresses her concern about her husband's political ambitions and the implications for their family. The interplay between personal affection and public duty is highlighted, particularly in the conversations surrounding the ramifications of an election where Michael has withdrawn to support Barón Richard von Völkerlingk. The opening sets the stage for the emotional and political conflicts that will unfold throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject German drama -- Translations into English
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