Barbarossa, and Other Tales by Paul Heyse
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About this eBook
| Author | Heyse, Paul, 1830-1914 |
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| Translator | L. C. S. |
| Title | Barbarossa, and Other Tales |
| Contents | Barbarossa -- The embroideress of Treviso -- Lottka -- The lost son -- The fair Kate -- Geoffroy and Garcinde. |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by Google Books |
| Summary | "Barbarossa and Other Tales" by Paul Heyse is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The book begins with a captivating tale centered around the character of Erminia, a strikingly beautiful maiden caught in a complicated web of unrequited love, jealousy, and fate against a backdrop of Italian village life. The richness of the narrative hints at themes such as desire, tragedy, and the complexities of human relationships, drawing the reader into the emotional depths of its characters. The opening of "Barbarossa" introduces us to a reflective narrator, who recounts his experience of solitude in a secluded village. Set against the serene backdrop of the Sabine mountains, the protagonist becomes acquainted with Fra Angelico, a local apothecary who shares his melancholic reflections and sonnets, particularly focused on his lost love, Erminia. We learn of Erminia's beauty, her independence, and the tumultuous romantic advances she faces, including from Domenico, known as Barbarossa, and a Swedish captain named Gustavo. This intricate setup foreshadows the drama and conflict that will unravel, as we witness the interplay of love, jealousy, and betrayal that ultimately leads to tragic consequences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Short stories, German -- Translations into English |
| Subject | German fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33789 |
| Release Date | Sep 21, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 68 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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