| Author |
Nerval, Gérard de, 1808-1855 |
| Illustrator |
Kubin, Alfred, 1877-1959 |
| Translator |
Kubin, Hedwig |
| Title |
Aurelia, oder, Der Traum und das Leben
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| Credits |
Produced by Jens Sadowski
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| Summary |
"Aurelia, oder, Der Traum und das Leben" by Gérard de Nerval is a novel written in the mid-19th century. It delves deeply into themes of love, loss, and the metaphysical realm, exploring the protagonist’s inner struggles as he navigates his thoughts and dreamlike experiences following the loss of a beloved figure named Aurelia. With a strong emphasis on mysticism and psychological introspection, the book invites readers into the complex psyche of its narrator. The beginning of "Aurelia" sets a contemplative tone, as the narrator reflects on the nature of dreams and reality. He begins by describing the transition into sleep, likening it to a second life. As he recounts his profound feelings for Aurelia, he reveals the emotional turbulence following their separation, blending memory with fleeting visions. The narrative captures the essence of a man grappling with his mental state, oscillating between moments of clarity and profound despair, hinting at the mystical explorations that lie ahead as he seeks to reconcile his memories with the haunting presence of love and loss. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
French fiction -- Translations into German
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
39575 |
| Release Date |
Apr 29, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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