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Zschokke, Heinrich
1771
1848
Zschokke, Johann Heinrich Daniel
Godwin, Parke
1816
1904
The Broken Cup
Produced by Joyce Wilson and David Widger
"The Broken Cup" by Johann Heinrich Daniel Zschokke is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story unfolds in the quaint village of Napoule, nestled by the shores of Provence, and centers around themes of love, revenge, and misunderstandings arising from societal expectations and personal desires. The narrative captures the dynamics of small-town life, where the arrival of a beautiful girl named Marietta stirs up emotions and conflicts among the young men and women. In this tale, Marietta returns to Napoule from Avignon, inadvertently sparking jealousy and contention among the local youths, particularly a wealthy farmer named Colin, who harbors a grudge against her. Misunderstandings escalate when a beautiful cup becomes a symbol of conflict between Colin and Marietta, leading to a series of mischief that includes jealousy, forced marriage prospects, and unintended consequences. Ultimately, as the truth behind the relationships and gifts unfolds, Colin and Marietta discover their mutual affection, overcoming the obstacles thrown in their way, including a broken cup that serves as a catalyst for their eventual union. The story is both whimsical and touching, illustrating the complexities of love intertwined with social ties. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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