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2021-11-02
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Otten, Karl
1889
1963
Rhenanus
Leonhard, Rudolf
1889
1953
Der Fall Strauß
Der Fall Strauss
Aussenseiter der Gesellschaft. Die Verbrechen der Gegenwart. Band 7
Außenseiter der Gesellschaft. Die Verbrechen der Gegenwart. Band 7
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"Der Fall Strauß" by Karl Otten is a detailed examination of criminality, redemption, and societal exclusion, written in the early 20th century. The narrative focuses on Emil Strauß, a notorious thief famous for his daring heists in Berlin, who becomes emblematic of the societal outsider pushed towards crime due to his impoverished and troubled upbringing. The book delves into Strauß's life, exploring themes of fate, societal failure, and the complexities of morality. The opening of the book introduces us to Emil Strauß, delineating his profile as both a notorious criminal and a tragic figure. It recounts his early life, marked by a difficult family background that drives him into a life of crime, leading to numerous arrests and prison sentences. Despite his criminality, Strauß is portrayed as a person of intelligence and great sensitivity, experiencing profound internal conflict due to his societal rejection. The narrative hints at a deeper philosophical exploration, suggesting that his life of crime is a desperate fight against the very society that shunned him, raising questions about justice and morality in the face of systemic failures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 70.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Strauss, Emil, 1887-
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Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
Category: Novels
Category: German Literature
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