The Complete Short Works of Georg Ebers: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Complete Short Works of Georg Ebers is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Ebers, Georg (1837–1898). The listed translation credits are Safford, Mary J. (Mary Joanna) (1842–1916).
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"The Complete Short Works of Georg Ebers" by Georg Ebers is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The initial tale, "In the Blue Pike," introduces readers to a vivid and bustling tavern scene where a mix of social classes is present, foreshadowing a narrative that intertwines themes of love, societal norms, and personal struggle. At the start of "In the Blue Pike," the atmosphere is charged with tension as characters grapple with hidden identities and past connections. The story opens with a confrontation involving Cyriax, a man who has suffered a fate inflicted by the Nuremberg magistrates, and his wife Gitta, who is protective of him. As various guests arrive at the tavern—among them, the young and aristocratic Lienhard Groland—significant backstories are introduced, particularly that of Kuni, a sickly girl who harbors feelings for Lienhard based on a past encounter. The narrative sets the stage for a rich exploration of intersecting lives, as Kuni's longing for connection collides with her current marginalized existence, and hints at themes of fate and redemption that will unfold in the subsequent chapters.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Complete Short Works of Georg Ebers
- Author credits: Ebers, Georg (1837–1898)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Safford, Mary J. (Mary Joanna) (1842–1916)
Catalogue subjects
- German fiction -- Translations into English
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- Category: German Literature
- Category: Short Stories
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