Das zerstörte Idyll: Novellen by Hans Flesch-Brunningen

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Author Flesch-Brunningen, Hans, 1895-1981
Title Das zerstörte Idyll: Novellen
Note Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents Widmung für Karin -- Der Satan -- Das Lächeln des Geköpften -- Der Junitag -- Die Kinder des Herrn Hauptmanns -- Idylle.
Credits Produced by Jens Sadowski
Summary "Das zerstörte Idyll: Novellen" by Hans Flesch-Brunningen is a collection of novellas written in the early 20th century. The book explores complex human emotions and social conditions, offering a mix of dark humor and poignant commentary on life and morality during a tumultuous period. The opening piece introduces a range of characters, including the enigmatic figure of a young prince who embodies both privilege and madness in a changing world. The beginning of the collection presents a dedication to Karin, revealing the author's struggle with expressing feelings in a world riddled with lies and superficiality. The first novella, "Der Satan," portrays the prince alongside his sister Claire, as they navigate a surreal and violent world filled with contrasting ideas of power and desire. This backdrop sets the stage for discussing themes of hedonism, societal breakdown, and the search for authenticity amidst chaos, establishing a haunting and thought-provoking atmosphere that invites the reader to reflect on the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Fiction
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