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Storm, Theodor
1817
1888
Storm, Hans Theodor Woldsen
Immensee
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Immensee_(novella)
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"Immensee" by Theodor Storm is a poignant novella written in the late 19th century. This lyrical work falls into the genre of fiction and explores themes of love, memory, and the bittersweet nature of youth. It recounts the nostalgia of the past and the unfulfilled longings that accompany growing up, set against the backdrop of a gentle German countryside. The story follows Reinhard, who reflects on his childhood memories of a girl named Elisabeth, with whom he shared deep bonds and dreams of adventure. As the narrative unfolds, the two are separated by time and circumstance, with Reinhard continuing his education away from home, while Elisabeth, who remains in their hometown, becomes engaged to another man. Their paths eventually cross again years later when Reinhard returns to the idyllic setting of Immensee, but the reunion is bittersweet as he grapples with the realization of what has been lost. Through rich imagery and deep emotional resonance, Storm delicately captures the essence of longing and the harsh realities of adult life, culminating in a poignant exploration of love, regret, and the passage of time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 80.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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