Severins Gang in die Finsternis: Ein Prager Gespensterroman by Paul Leppin

"Severins Gang in die Finsternis: Ein Prager Gespensterroman" by Paul Leppin is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the character Severin, a young man who feels trapped in a monotonous life filled with unfulfilled desires and a longing for deeper experiences. As he navigates through his relationships, notably with Zdenka, Susanna, and his encounters with the enigmatic Lazarus Kain, the narrative promises a blend of personal struggle and gothic elements set against the backdrop of Prague. The opening of the novel introduces us to Severin, a 23-year-old grappling with the ennui of his bureaucratic job and the emotional turmoil in his life. He is haunted by memories of a more vibrant past and the fleeting happiness he shared with Zdenka. As the autumn deepens, Severin experiences a restless desire for connection amidst the shadows of the city, which he perceives almost as a living entity. His introspection reveals a growing malaise, spurred by feelings of isolation and a reckless urge to escape the constraints of his existence. The narrative sets a tone that juxtaposes the everyday life of Severin with his yearning for something extraordinary, hinting at the supernatural elements that may emerge as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Leppin, Paul, 1878-1945
Illustrator Teschner, Richard, 1879-1948
Title Severins Gang in die Finsternis: Ein Prager Gespensterroman
Credits Produced by Jens Sadowski
Reading Level Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Prague (Czech Republic) -- Fiction
Subject Ghost stories
Category Text
eBook-No. 41320
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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