Life in a German Crack Regiment: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Life in a German Crack Regiment is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Baudissin, Wolf Ernst Hugo Emil, Graf von (1867–1926).
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"Life in a German Crack Regiment" by Graf von Wolf Ernst Hugo Emil Baudissin is a critical military novel written during the late 19th century. The book offers a stark portrayal of life within the German army, focusing particularly on the officers from the old nobility and their attitudes toward class, duty, and social status. Through the experiences of the new officer Lieutenant Winkler, it explores themes of social hierarchy, aristocracy, and the clash between traditional values and the realities of a changing society. The opening of the novel introduces the "Golden Butterflies," a prestigious infantry regiment celebrating its anniversary, rich in history yet entwined with arrogance and elitism. The festivities turn somber with the announcement of Winkler's transfer to the regiment, a dubious honor considering his middle-class origins. As the officers react with distress at the arrival of a “commoner,” particularly during a grand celebration, the narrative sets the stage for an exploration of class conflict and personal ambitions within the military. Winkler's struggle for acceptance amidst disdain and suspicion from his peers highlights the societal divide that permeates the regiment, making for a compelling examination of identity and loyalty in a rigidly stratified environment.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Life in a German Crack Regiment
- Author credits: Baudissin, Wolf Ernst Hugo Emil, Graf von (1867–1926)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Germany. Heer -- Military life -- Fiction
- Soldiers -- Fiction
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- Category: German Literature
- Category: Novels
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