Fires of St. John: A Drama in Four Acts by Hermann Sudermann
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"Fires of St. John: A Drama in Four Acts" by Hermann Sudermann is a dramatic play written in the early 20th century. Set in a country estate in Pomerania, the story revolves around familial relationships and personal struggles, particularly focusing on Gertrude, who is about to marry George, amidst complexities involving Marie, a foundling with a mysterious past. The narrative explores themes such as love, identity, and the societal expectations of marriage.
At the start of the play, we are introduced to the Brauer family during a breakfast scene, characterized by lively exchanges and hints of underlying tensions. Gertrude is preparing for her upcoming marriage, while Marie, the adopted daughter, juggles her duties and troubled feelings about her origins. The reappearance of Gertrude's biological mother, a beggar whom the family had previously tried to distance themselves from, creates a sense of impending conflict. This opening not only sets the tone for familial dynamics but also foreshadows deeper explorations of love and duty, culminating in the complex relationships that will unfold as St. John's Eve approaches. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Sudermann, Hermann, 1857-1928 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Swickard, Charles |
| Uniform Title | Johannisfeuer. English |
| Title | Fires of St. John: A Drama in Four Acts |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fires_of_St._John |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by Google Books |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 95.5 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | German drama -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34356 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-34356-3 |
| Release Date | Nov 18, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 457 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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