Die Schwestern Hellwege : Roman by Otto Gysae

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Author Gysae, Otto, 1877-1947
Title Die Schwestern Hellwege : Roman
Original Publication Berlin: VdB, Wegweiser-Verlag G. m. b. H., 1923.
Credits Hans Theyer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Summary "Die Schwestern Hellwege" by Otto Gysae is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the four sisters Hellwege, who find themselves grappling with the death of their mother and the implications of living in their familial home. As they navigate their grief and attachment to the house, the dynamics of their relationships and individual personalities begin to unfold, setting the stage for their personal journeys. The opening of the novel presents a vivid scene of mourning, as the sisters gather around their mother's coffin, showcasing their reactions to loss and how it affects each of them differently. Evelyn, the youngest, expresses a naive contemplation of death, contrasting with Marianne's pragmatic understanding. Meanwhile, Agnes Elisabeth, the eldest, grapples with her newly assumed maternal role while seeking to maintain their household. The mood is somber yet tender, with a blend of innocent yearnings and serious discussions about their future. Ultimately, this opening paints a poignant picture of the complexity of grief and sisterhood, hinting at the challenges and changes that lie ahead for the Hellwege sisters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject German fiction -- 20th century
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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