Los von Rom: Eine Geschichte aus dem Leben by Anton Ohorn
"Los von Rom: Eine Geschichte aus dem Leben" by Anton Ohorn is a work of fiction written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the Catholic Church's declaration of papal infallibility, focusing on the internal conflicts and crises faced by its characters. The story revolves around Peter Frohwalt, a young priest, and his family, exploring themes of faith, doubt, and the societal pressures surrounding religious identity. At
the start of the novel, the festivities surrounding Peter's first mass are introduced, highlighting the joyful atmosphere in a quaint town filled with anticipation for the ceremony. The narrative shifts to Peter's family, especially his mother and sister, who experience mixed emotions during the occasion. Concurrently, the novel sets the stage for the emotional turmoil Peter finds himself in, particularly with the implications of the church's rigid beliefs on personal relationships and the heart-wrenching issues surrounding the death of Grethe Freidank, a local woman whose funeral problems thrust onto Peter the uncomfortable tension between his clerical duties and personal compassion. This opening portion expertly establishes the complex moral landscape Peter must navigate as he forms his identity within a changing society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ohorn, Anton, 1846-1924 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Bergen, Fritz, 1857-1941 |
| Title | Los von Rom: Eine Geschichte aus dem Leben |
| Credits |
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Catholic Church -- Clergy -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61287 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-61287-4 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 455 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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