Nach Amerika! Ein Volksbuch. Sechster Band by Friedrich Gerstäcker

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Author Gerstäcker, Friedrich, 1816-1872
Illustrator Reinhardt, Karl, 1818-1877
Title Nach Amerika! Ein Volksbuch. Sechster Band
Credits E-text prepared by Delphine Lettau, Clive Pickton, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Nach Amerika! Ein Volksbuch. Sechster Band" by Friedrich Gerstäcker is a historical narrative likely written in the mid-19th century. The book explores various aspects of life in America, focusing on distinct characters navigating their experiences in a foreign land. The story seems to delve into themes of adventure, survival, and cultural encounters, particularly through the character of Zachäus Maulbeere, a traveling barber as he tries to make sense of his surroundings. The opening of the narrative introduces Zachäus Maulbeere, who finds himself lost and frustrated in the Arkansas wilderness after a night spent in distress amidst nature. As he wrestles with his situation, he reflects on the challenges of navigating the natural landscape while expressing sardonic humor about his plight. His encounter with a friendly hunter, Jack Owen, shifts the tone as they discuss Maulbeere's trade and the upcoming camp meeting—a social gathering that promises both potential business and cultural experience for him. This sets the stage for a rich exploration of American frontier life, as Maulbeere looks forward to engaging with the local community and the unfolding events surrounding the auction of a farm, which hints at deeper social and legal dramas at play. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Immigrants -- Fiction
Subject German Americans -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 30289
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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