A Little Garrison: A Realistic Novel of German Army Life of To-day: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
A Little Garrison: A Realistic Novel of German Army Life of To-day: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
A Little Garrison: A Realistic Novel of German Army Life of To-day is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Bilse, Fritz Oswald (1878–1951). The listed translation credits are Schierbrand, Wolf von (1851–1920).
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"A Little Garrison: A Realistic Novel of German Army Life of To-day" by Bilse is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the everyday lives and moral issues faced by German army officers stationed in a small garrison town, highlighting the personal and professional conflicts within their ranks. Through the lens of characters like Captain König and Lieutenant Pommer, the narrative explores themes of camaraderie, discipline, and the consequences of personal choices amidst the responsibilities of military life. The opening of the novel introduces readers to an evening soirée hosted by Captain König and his wife, Frau Clara. As the couple prepares for their guests, the narrative paints a vivid picture of their friends and fellow officers, each with distinct personalities and characteristics. The emcee of the gathering is Frau Clara, who is meticulous in her arrangements, while her husband exemplifies a steady, if somewhat humorous, demeanor. The interactions among the guests reveal various dynamics, from playful flirtings to whispers of gossip, setting the stage for the complexities and moral dilemmas that will unfold in the regiment, particularly in light of the pressures and pitfalls that accompany their elevated social status.
Book and edition facts
- Title: A Little Garrison: A Realistic Novel of German Army Life of To-day
- Author credits: Bilse, Fritz Oswald (1878–1951)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Schierbrand, Wolf von (1851–1920)
Catalogue subjects
- Germany. Heer -- Military life -- Fiction
- Soldiers -- Fiction
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- Category: German Literature
- Category: Novels
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