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Raabe, Wilhelm
1831
1910
Raabe, Wilhelm Karl
Corvinus, Jacob
Corvinus, Jakob
Wooff, Michael
Wooff, Michael John
Holunderblüte. English
Elderflowers
Produced by English translation produced by Michael Wooff
"Elderflowers" by Wilhelm Raabe is a poignant novel written in the late 19th century. The story explores themes of love, loss, and the intersection of life and death, set against the backdrop of the author's experiences as a doctor. It reflects on how memories and connections can shape one's understanding of life, illuminating the complexities of human emotions. The narrative unfolds through the perspective of a doctor who reminisces about his encounters with a young Jewish girl named Jemimah Loew in the Jewish cemetery of Prague, known as Beth-Chaim. The doctor grapples with his feelings for Jemimah while witnessing her struggle with a mysterious heart ailment. The story deepens as he learns about the tragic fate of another young woman, Mahalath, who shares an eerie resemblance with Jemimah. This connection intertwines their fates, leading to profound reflections on mortality and the sweetness of youthful dreams against the harsh realities of life. Ultimately, the novel blends rich imagery with emotional depth, creating a lasting impact on the reader, resonating with the essence of human existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 72.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Jewish women -- Fiction
Medical students -- Fiction
Jewish cemeteries -- Fiction
Prague (Czech Republic) -- History -- 19th century -- Fiction
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Category: German Literature
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