Der Waldbrand by Leopold Schefer
QR code
"Der Waldbrand" by Leopold Schefer is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story revolves around themes of love, loss, and survival in the wilderness, primarily through the perspective of a man reflecting on his life with his Indigenous wife, Eoo, and their children, especially following the calamity of a forest fire that threatens their existence. At the start of the novel, the protagonist shares a heartfelt letter with his
estranged brother, exploring the depths of familial ties and the challenges of separation. As the narrative unfolds, we are introduced to the protagonist's life in Canada, his relationship with Eoo, and the joys and trials of raising their children amid the harshness of nature. The opening portion sets the tone for the novel by highlighting the existential struggles and emotional conflicts faced by the characters, particularly in the face of the impending natural disaster that symbolizes both destruction and transformation in their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
Kobo, Nook etc. → Transfer via USB
Phone, tablet or computer → Open in a reading app
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Author | Schefer, Leopold, 1784-1862 |
|---|---|
| Title | Der Waldbrand |
| Credits | Produced by Jens Sadowski |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Canada -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 40230 |
| Release Date | Jul 14, 2012 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 316 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!