Der Rebell: Novelle by Manfred George
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"Der Rebell: Novelle" by Manfred George is a novella written in the early 20th century, reflecting the tumultuous period of World War I and its aftermath. The story explores themes of loss, disillusionment, and the quest for identity in a world that has been irrevocably changed by war. The narrative follows Robert Boor, a young man struggling to reconnect with his past and navigate the expectations of a post-war society. The plot
centers around Robert's internal conflict as he grapples with memories of a more vibrant life filled with scholarship and camaraderie, contrasting sharply with his current existence as a bank clerk, which he finds mundane and soulless. Haunted by the loss of his friend Peter, who died in the war, Robert experiences a profound sense of isolation and disconnection from the world around him. As he attempts to find purpose and meaning, he encounters Hilde Sintram, who represents hope and potential for redemption; yet, his struggle against societal expectations and personal demons ultimately leads him to confront profound truths about love, grief, and his own identity. The novella culminates in a poignant reflection on the weight of past experiences and the complexities of human emotions in the face of societal upheaval. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | George, Manfred, 1893-1965 |
|---|---|
| Title | Der Rebell: Novelle |
| Credits | Produced by Jens Sadowski |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 39126 |
| Release Date | Mar 13, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 253 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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