Wilhelm Hauffs sämtliche Werke in sechs Bänden. Bd. 4 by Wilhelm Hauff

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Author Hauff, Wilhelm, 1802-1827
Annotator Weile, Alfred
Title Wilhelm Hauffs sämtliche Werke in sechs Bänden. Bd. 4
Contents Mitteilungen aus den Memoiren des Satan.
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Summary "Wilhelm Hauffs sämtliche Werke in sechs Bänden. Bd. 4" by Wilhelm Hauff is a collection of literary works likely written in the early 19th century. This particular volume includes the piece titled "Mitteilungen aus den Memoiren des Satan," which is framed as a narrative exploring themes of mystique, social dynamics, and the darker aspects of human nature through the lens of a character identified with the devil. The central figure, von Natas, captures the attention of a group of guests at a hotel, initiating a series of intriguing and disconcerting events that suggest an underlying supernatural influence at play. The opening of this volume introduces the narrator's experiences in a hotel in Mainz during the autumn of 1822. As he settles in, he reflects on the peculiar atmosphere created by a mysterious guest, Herr von Natas, who soon weaves himself into the fabric of social interactions among the patrons. The engaged guests, initially weary and detached, find themselves drawn into lively conversations and emotional exchanges spurred by Natas’s enigmatic presence. However, as the narrative unfolds, cracks in their jovial facade become apparent, hinting at deeper themes of illusion and reality brought to light by Natas's uncanny charisma and intellect. This compelling setup lays the groundwork for an exploration of identity, societal roles, and the seductive nature of darkness as embodied by the titular Satan in his memoir-like recounting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject German literature -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 61098
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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