Der Bruderhof : Eine bäuerliche Liebes- und Leidens-Geschichte by Heinrich Sohnrey
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"Der Bruderhof: Eine bäuerliche Liebes- und Leidens-Geschichte" by Heinrich Sohnrey is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life of rural farmers and delves into themes of love, hardship, and the passage of time within their community. The narrative seems to center around the Oelkers family, specifically focusing on the dynamics between the aging father, his two sons Steffen and Marten, and the girl next door, Fieke.
At the start of the story, we are introduced to the Oelkers family and their struggles on a decaying farmstead known as "Brotherhof." The aging father, Mr. Oelkers, grapples with his declining health while reflecting on his life and the memories imbued in their land. The two sons exhibit contrasting personalities—Steffen is responsible and stable, while Marten appears more carefree. Their discussions about the father's impending death hint at family tensions as they navigate the demands of farm life. The appearance of Fieke adds a romantic element to the tale, as both brothers seem to have an interest in her, which complicates their familial bonds. This opening sets a poignant tone for the difficulties ahead, blending humor with the serious backdrop of life's inevitabilities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Sohnrey, Heinrich, 1859-1948 |
|---|---|
| Title | Der Bruderhof : Eine bäuerliche Liebes- und Leidens-Geschichte |
| Original Publication | Germany: Martin Warneck, 1905. |
| Credits | The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | German fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 70454 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-70454-8 |
| Release Date | Apr 3, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 320 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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