Im tropischen Busch by B. Traven
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"Im tropischen Busch" by B. Traven is a fictional narrative written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of isolation and cultural reflection through the eyes of a protagonist living in the dense jungles of Mexico. Set in a remote area characterized by lush landscapes and sparse human habitation, it delves into the interaction between the solitary life of a man and the indigenous cultures surrounding him. The story follows
the narrator, who lives alone in a primitive hut deep within the tropical jungle, feeling the weight of profound solitude. His closest neighbor is an American doctor, Wilshed, who also leads a life marked by isolation. The narrators’ experiences are further complicated by encounters with an enigmatic Indian who visits him at night, revealing insights into ancestral pride and the historical weight of colonialism. As the narrative progresses, elements of supernatural mystery emerge, culminating in the discovery of the deceased Indian's mummified body, leading to a profound meditation on the themes of loss, identity, and the intersection of past and present in the lives of indigenous people. The blend of personal introspection and cultural history creates a rich tapestry of human experience within the context of the untamed jungle. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Traven, B., 1882-1969 |
|---|---|
| Title | Im tropischen Busch |
| Original Publication | Germany: Georg Westermann,1926. |
| Credits | Jens Sadowski and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Jungles -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mexico -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 67286 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-67286-1 |
| Release Date | Jan 31, 2022 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 536 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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