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Spielhagen, Friedrich
1829
1911
Schele de Vere, M. (Maximilian)
1820
1898
De Vere, M. Schele (Maximilian Schele)
Vere, M. Schele de (Maximilian Schele)
Vere, Maximilian Schele
Vere, Schele de
Vere, Maximilian Schele de
17006087
Problematische Naturen. English
Problematic Characters: A Novel
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Problematic_Characters
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"Problematic Characters: A Novel" by Friedrich Spielhagen is a literary work likely written in the mid-19th century. This novel delves into the complexities of human nature and the struggles of individuals who find themselves at odds with the world around them. The primary focus appears to be on a young tutor named Oswald Stein and his interactions with the aristocratic Grenwitz family, particularly the two boys he is tasked with teaching—a sensitive, wild child named Bruno and a more timid boy named Malte. The opening of this novel introduces readers to Oswald as he travels to Castle Grenwitz, where he will work as a tutor. Upon his arrival, he is warmly greeted by the Baron and his family, who seem to embody the dichotomy of charm and underlying tension. Early conversations reveal the baroness's strict attitudes toward education and the boys' upbringing, hinting at deeper familial issues. Through his observations of the castle's adults and the boys, particularly Bruno's fiery spirit and complex emotions, the narrative sets the stage for exploring themes of love, societal expectation, and personal conflict. The beginning serves as a rich foundation for a psychological exploration of its characters, suggesting that their stories will intertwine in profound ways as they navigate their environments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 77.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Category: German Literature
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