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Franzos, Karl Emil
1848
1904
Franzos, Emil
Franzos, K. E. (Karl Emil)
Macdowall, M. W.
MacDowall, M. W.
Die Juden von Barnow. English
The Jews of Barnow: Stories
The Shylock of Barnow -- Chane -- Two saviours of the people -- "The child of atonement" -- Esterka Regina -- "Baron Schmule" -- The picture of Christ -- Nameless graves.
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"The Jews of Barnow" by Karl Emil Franzos is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The stories explore Jewish life in Eastern Galicia, focusing on the struggles, traditions, and societal challenges faced by the Jewish community, particularly within the confines of their ghetto. The narrative unfolds through a variety of characters and settings, depicting both the joy and suffering experienced by the Jewish people as they navigate their identities and relationships within a larger, often hostile society. At the start of the book, the character of Moses Freudenthal, a wealthy and respected Jewish man in Barnow, is introduced alongside the rich backdrop of the ghetto. Despite his wealth and prominence, Moses is burdened by a deep personal sorrow related to his estranged daughter, Esther. As the stories begin, they delve into his complex emotions, revealing the dichotomy between his public persona and private despair, reflecting on themes of familial love, societal expectations, and the quest for happiness amidst adversity. The unfolding events highlight how personal and communal struggles intertwine, providing a rich exploration of Jewish life and identity during this time period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Jews -- Fiction
Jewish fiction
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Judaism
Category: Short Stories
Category: German Literature
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