The Breaking of the Storm, Vol. III. by Friedrich Spielhagen
"The Breaking of the Storm, Vol. III" by Friedrich Spielhagen is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds through the experiences of several characters, particularly focusing on Elsa, who grapples with love and personal turmoil amidst societal expectations and family secrets. The narrative explores themes of love, betrayal, and the consequences of choices made in the name of affection. The opening of the novel introduces readers to Elsa's
emotional state as she confronts her feelings about a troubling incident involving her friend Carla and the Count. An inner conflict stirs within her as she considers the implications of these relationships, especially concerning her brother, Ottomar. As she seeks solace and clarity, she wanders through a melancholic landscape, eventually arriving at a farm where she encounters Herr Pölitz and his young wife. This visit reveals deeper layers of hardship and connection, setting the stage for the unfolding drama that intertwines their lives with Elsa's journey toward love and self-discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Spielhagen, Friedrich, 1829-1911 |
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| Translator | Stephenson, S. E. A. H. |
| Title | The Breaking of the Storm, Vol. III. |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 34659 |
| Release Date | Dec 15, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 19, 2026 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 233 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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