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Title: Die Menschen der Ehe
Credits: E-text prepared by Hubert Kennedy
Summary: "Die Menschen der Ehe" by John Henry Mackay is a novel likely written during the late 19th century. The story unfolds in a small town characterized by a divided community, class distinctions, and the complexities of marital relationships. It primarily follows the character Franz Grach, who returns to the town after many years, encountering memories and individuals from his past while grappling with a woman's plea for help regarding her unhappy marriage. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the dismal atmosphere of the town, filled with industrial smoke and characterized by a rigid societal structure divided among merchants, officials, and the military. We witness the arrival of Grach, who recalls his youth and the friendships that have faded over time. Grach's bittersweet memories serve as a backdrop for his current involvement with Clara Boehmer, a woman trapped in a disappointing marriage. Their correspondence brings him back to the town, forcing him to confront not only her situation but also his feelings towards the societal norms surrounding marital life. The opening sets a tone of nostalgia and critique, as Grach reflects on the passivity of the townsfolk, labeling them "people of marriage" and exploring themes of conformity, dissatisfaction, and the pursuit of genuine happiness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Mackay, John Henry, 1864-1933
EBook No.: 14700
Published: Jan 15, 2005
Downloads: 120
Language: German
Subject: Love stories
Subject: Germany -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Die Menschen der Ehe
Credits: E-text prepared by Hubert Kennedy
Summary: "Die Menschen der Ehe" by John Henry Mackay is a novel likely written during the late 19th century. The story unfolds in a small town characterized by a divided community, class distinctions, and the complexities of marital relationships. It primarily follows the character Franz Grach, who returns to the town after many years, encountering memories and individuals from his past while grappling with a woman's plea for help regarding her unhappy marriage. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the dismal atmosphere of the town, filled with industrial smoke and characterized by a rigid societal structure divided among merchants, officials, and the military. We witness the arrival of Grach, who recalls his youth and the friendships that have faded over time. Grach's bittersweet memories serve as a backdrop for his current involvement with Clara Boehmer, a woman trapped in a disappointing marriage. Their correspondence brings him back to the town, forcing him to confront not only her situation but also his feelings towards the societal norms surrounding marital life. The opening sets a tone of nostalgia and critique, as Grach reflects on the passivity of the townsfolk, labeling them "people of marriage" and exploring themes of conformity, dissatisfaction, and the pursuit of genuine happiness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Mackay, John Henry, 1864-1933
EBook No.: 14700
Published: Jan 15, 2005
Downloads: 120
Language: German
Subject: Love stories
Subject: Germany -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.