Authors: Grimmelshausen, Hans Jakob Christoph von, 1625-1676

In Geography

By Abil Kile

"Der abenteuerliche Simplicissimus" by Hans Jakob Christoph von Grimmelshausen is a novel written in the late 17th century. The work follows the adventures of the titular character, Simplicissimus, an innocent and naive young man who navigates the complexities and brutalities of life in 17th-century Germany during the Thirty Years' War. Through his...

Authors: Gerstäcker, Friedrich, 1816-1872

In Travel Writing

By Abil Kile

"Kreuz und Quer, Dritter Band" by Friedrich Gerstäcker is a collection of narratives written in the mid-19th century. This work explores life in the American South during the tumultuous period of the Civil War, focusing on the experiences of various characters as they navigate the complexities of loyalty, conflict, and community. The stories delve ...

Authors: Thoma, Ludwig, 1867-1921

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By Abil Kile

"Nachbarsleute" by Ludwig Thoma is a fictional work written in the early 20th century. The book is set in a small Bavarian town and it revolves around the lives of its residents, particularly focusing on the interactions, conflicts, and relationships among the different social classes. A central character appears to be Georg Pfaffinger, a brewery c...

Authors: Schmied, Rudolf Johannes

In World Cultures

By Abil Kile

"Carlos und Nicolás" by Rudolf Johannes Schmied is a children's novel written in the early 20th century." The story focuses on the adventures of two brothers, Carlos and Nicolás, who live in Argentina and engage in various imaginative escapades, revealing aspects of sibling relationships, childhood innocence, and cultural experiences against the ba...

Authors: Wedekind, Frank, 1864-1918

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By Abil Kile

"Erdgeist" by Frank Wedekind is a drama written in the late 19th century. This theatrical work deals with complex themes surrounding desire, sexuality, and identity, primarily focusing on the enigmatic character of Lulu, who draws in various male characters into her tumultuous orbit. As the narrative unfolds, the conflicts and emotional dynamics be...

Authors: Löns, Hermann, 1866-1914

In World Cultures

By Abil Kile

"Das zweite Gesicht: Eine Liebesgeschichte" by Hermann Löns is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds around the pivotal character Helmold Hagenrieder, a painter whose life and relationships are deeply intertwined with the other main characters, including Swaantje, his affectionate cousin. The narrative delves into them...

Authors: Weymann, August

In Geography

By Abil Kile

"Führer durch das böhmische Erzgebirge, das Mittelgebirge und die angrenzenden Gebiete" by Prof. August Weymann is a comprehensive travel guide likely written in the late 19th century. The book serves as an invitation to explore the natural beauty, history, and cultural richness of the Erzgebirge mountains in Bohemia, detailing travel logistics, th...

Authors: Gogol, Nikolai Vasilevich, 1809-1852

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By Abil Kile

"Die Abende auf dem Gutshof bei Dikanka" by Nikolai Gogol is a collection of fantastical novellas written in the early 19th century. This work captures the essence of rural life in Ukraine, presenting a vivid tapestry of folklore, lively events, and the supernatural, as narrated through the perspective of the character Rotfuchs Panjko, a beekeeper....

Authors: Hartmann, Eduard von, 1842-1906

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By Abil Kile

"Moderne Probleme" by Eduard von Hartmann is a philosophical work written in the late 19th century. The book presents a collection of essays that critique contemporary social and ethical issues, including diet, animal rights, gender equality, and educational reforms. Hartmann positions himself as a challenger of prevailing opinions, drawing signifi...