Author |
Tarnow, Fanny, 1779-1862 |
Title |
Natalie : Ein Beitrag zur Geschichte des weiblichen Herzens
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Original Publication |
Germany: Julius Eduard Hitzig, 1811.
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Series Title |
Kleine Romanenbibliothek von und für Damen
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Credits |
The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This transcription was produced from images generously made available by Bayerische Staatsbibliothek / Bavarian State Library.)
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Summary |
"Natalie: Ein Beitrag zur Geschichte des weiblichen Herzens" by Fanny Tarnow is a novel written in the early 19th century. The narrative focuses on the character Natalie, the eldest daughter of a high-ranking official, exploring her emotional struggles and early life experiences shaped by a tumultuous relationship with her authoritarian father and her quest for identity and love. The opening of the novel introduces Natalie as a sensitive and introspective young girl who grapples with feelings of rejection and alienation within her family. It highlights her father’s harsh treatment and lack of affection, leading to a fragile and tormented psyche. Specifically, after a traumatic incident involving her father's punishment, Natalie experiences a nervous illness that separates her from childhood joys. Through her isolation and burgeoning intellect, she finds solace in books and develops a passionate imagination, while also longing for acceptance and love in an unkind world. As she grows, Natalie's relationships and aspirations become increasingly complex, suggesting themes of yearning, artistic expression, and the search for genuine connection amidst societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
German |
LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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Subject |
German fiction -- 19th century
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
70609 |
Release Date |
May 5, 2023 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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