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2015-01-20
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Gerstäcker, Friedrich
1816
1872
Gerstacker, Friedrich
Gerstäcker, Friedrich Wilhelm Christian
Gerstaecker, Frederick
Unter Palmen und Buchen. Dritter Band.
Eine Mesalliance -- Der Gevatterbrief -- Ein Ausflug in Java -- Der Heimathschein -- Auf der Eisenbahn.
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"Unter Palmen und Buchen. Dritter Band." by Friedrich Gerstäcker is a collection of stories written in the mid-19th century. The book explores life in a German immigrant community in South Australia, capturing the cultural clash and social dynamics as the settlers try to adapt to their new environment while clinging to their traditions. The narrative seems to particularly focus on characters like Eduard von Benner, a young nobleman who grapples with his past and the expectations of his lineage as he navigates love and social status in this new land. At the start of the book, the scene is set at a ball in Tanunda, a predominantly German town in South Australia. The excitement in the air as the townsfolk prepare for the event highlights the cultural uniqueness of the community, with characters reacting to the generally informal yet vibrant atmosphere. Eduard von Benner, one of the key characters, stands out as a nobleman who must confront his changed circumstances, working as a laborer while longing for a meaningful life. Amidst humorous exchanges and budding romances, the reader is introduced to the complexities of social status and identity within this German enclave, indicating that the stories will delve into interpersonal relationships shaped by both tradition and the demands of their new life abroad. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Short stories, German
German fiction -- 19th century
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Category: Short Stories
Category: German Literature
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