The Song of Songs: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Song of Songs: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Song of Songs is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Sudermann, Hermann (1857–1928). The listed translation credits are Marshall, Beatrice (1861–1944).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Song of Songs" by Hermann Sudermann is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative begins with the story of a young girl named Lilly, who grows up in a challenging household dominated by her father's artistic ambitions and subsequent disappearance. The book explores themes of family dynamics, personal aspirations, and the societal constraints imposed on women. The opening portion introduces Lilly as she observes her father's increasingly erratic behavior. With her music-master father disappearing unexpectedly, Lilly and her mother face significant hardships, leading to their eventual financial and emotional decline. The story establishes a poignant contrast between Lilly's innocence and dreams, and her mother's struggles to cope with their father's abandonment and societal expectations. As Lilly evolves from a child to a young woman, her experiences highlight the complexities of love, ambition, and the quest for identity in a world filled with difficulties.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Song of Songs
- Author credits: Sudermann, Hermann (1857–1928)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Marshall, Beatrice (1861–1944)
Catalogue subjects
- German fiction -- Translations into English
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- Category: German Literature
- Category: Novels
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