Hammer and Anvil: A Novel by Friedrich Spielhagen

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Author Spielhagen, Friedrich, 1829-1911
Translator Browne, William Hand, 1828-1912
Title Hammer and Anvil: A Novel
Credits Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive
Summary "Hammer and Anvil: A Novel" by Friedrich Spielhagen is a fiction work written in the late 19th century. The narrative focuses on the troublesome academic life of a schoolboy named George Hartwig and his complicated relationship with his father and peers. The story explores themes of rebellion, youthful friendship, and the struggle for personal identity within the constraints of educational and familial expectations. The opening of the novel introduces George and his friend Arthur as they find themselves in a tense classroom environment under the stern gaze of their professor, Lederer. After a series of misadventures during class, the two boys make a spontaneous decision to escape school for a day of sailing, which leads to a mixture of excitement and underlying apprehension about the consequences of their actions. As they navigate their way through their friendship and personal challenges, George reflects on his contentious relationship with his strict father and how his experiences may shape his future. The beginning sets the stage for a coming-of-age story replete with conflict, camaraderie, and a quest for self-determination. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject German fiction -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 34868
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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