An Old Story of My Farming Days Vol. 2 (of 3). by Fritz Reuter
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"An Old Story of My Farming Days Vol. 2 (of 3)" by Fritz Reuter is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in a rural German community and centers around the life and relationships of various characters, especially focusing on the interactions between the young squire Alick von Rambow, his wife Frida, and the local villagers. It explores themes of love, community, and the dynamics of country
life, offering a glimpse into the agricultural practices of the time through everyday experiences. At the start of the novel, the scene unfolds in a summer setting where villagers are preparing for the return of the young squire and his wife to their estate. Key characters such as Christian Däsel and Sophia Degel engage in flirtatious banter, illustrating rural romance, while preparations include setting up a triumphal arch and weaving garlands. As the new couple approaches, the excitement among the villagers is palpable, with humorous attempts to make the welcome memorable, such as creating a makeshift flag. The opening gives a taste of the whimsical yet earnest nature of small-town life, hinting at deeper social interactions and the intricacies of rural society that will be explored as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Reuter, Fritz, 1810-1874 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Macdowall, M. W. |
| Title |
An Old Story of My Farming Days Vol. 2 (of 3). (Ut Mine Stromtid) |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/From_My_Farming_Days |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Farm life -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 35850 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-35850-5 |
| Release Date | Apr 13, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 405 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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