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Huch, Ricarda
1864
1947
Huch, Ricarda Octavia
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Der Hahn von Quakenbrück und andere Novellen
Wikipedia page about this book: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Der_Hahn_von_Quakenbr%C3%BCck
Der Hahn von Quakenbrück -- Der Sänger -- Der neue Heilige.
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"Der Hahn von Quakenbrück und andere Novellen" by Ricarda Huch is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The book features a narrative centered around the odd and whimsical events surrounding a rooster in Quakenbrück that allegedly lays eggs, leading to a bizarre court case that stirs up tension and humor among the townsfolk, especially highlighting the dynamics between characters like Bürgermeister Tile von Stint, his assertive wife Armida, and various townspeople. The opening of the novella introduces the peculiar scandal of a rooster owned by Bürgermeister Tile von Stint, which is rumored to lay eggs. This bizarre phenomenon ignites both amusement and outrage in the town, leading to a series of comical events as the townspeople react with mockery and concern. The narrative unfolds with Tile trying to maintain his reputation against the escalating rumors, while his wife Armida and others in the town debate the scandal's implications. This comedic clash between superstition, authority, and domestic life sets the stage for further exploration of community dynamics and character interactions in the unfolding story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 52.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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