Hermann Sudermann

Fires of St. John (eBook, ePUB)

A Drama in Four Acts
Übersetzer: Swickard, Charles

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Fires of St. John," Hermann Sudermann crafts a poignant exploration of love, longing, and societal constraints set against the backdrop of a chaotic turn-of-the-century Berlin. The novel features a rich, lyrical prose that delves into the psyche of its characters, navigating the complexities of their emotional worlds. Sudermann'Äôs keen observation of human behavior and societal norms captures the tension between individual desires and social expectations, emblematic of the late 19th-century literary transition towards modernist themes. Hermann Sudermann, a prominent figure in German literature, drew upon his own experiences and the socio-political environment of his time to shape the narrative of "Fires of St. John." His background in both literature and philosophy informs the depth of characterization and moral inquiries present within the text. Sudermann's engagement with the cultural shifts of his era'Äîparticularly the struggles of the burgeoning modern individual'Äîresonates throughout this moving tale. This book is a must-read for those interested in the interplay of personal and societal conflicts, as well as fans of rich, character-driven narratives. "Fires of St. John" is not only a captivating story but also a profound commentary on the human condition, inviting readers to reflect on the eternal struggle between passion and duty.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 169
• Erscheinungstermin: 12. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066207656
• Artikelnr.: 58755928

Autorenporträt

Hermann Sudermann was a German author and playwright who lived from September 30, 1857, to November 21, 1928. To the east of Heydekrug, in the Province of Prussia (now Macikai and ¿ilut¿ in southwestern Lithuania), Sudermann was born in the village of Matzicken. This village is close to the Russian border. The Sudermann family was Mennonite and came from the Vistula delta, where there were Mennonite villages near what used to be Elbing, East Prussia, and is now Elbl¿g, Poland. His father ran a small brewery in Heydekrug, and Sudermann went to the Realschule in Elbing for his early schooling. He lived with family there and went to the Mennonite church where his uncle was the minister. Because his parents were having a hard time, he was apprenticed to a chemist when he was 14. He did, however, get into Tilsit's Realgymnasium (a high school) and Konigsberg University to study philosophy and history. Sudermann went to Berlin to finish his education. There, he worked as a teacher for several families, including the family of the author Hans Hopfen (1835-1904). His next job was as a reporter. In 1881 and 1882, he was co-editor of the Deutsches Reichsblatt.