Berels Berta: Eine Bauerngeschichte aus dem Luxemburgischen by Jean-Pierre Zanen
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| Author | Zanen, Jean-Pierre, 1878-1953 |
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| Title | Berels Berta: Eine Bauerngeschichte aus dem Luxemburgischen |
| Note | Reading ease score: 88.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Berels Berta: Eine Bauerngeschichte aus dem Luxemburgischen" by Jean-Pierre Zanen is a novella written in the early 20th century. The story primarily revolves around a farmer and his experiences with love, family, and the changing agricultural practices of his time, particularly focusing on his feelings for Berta, a strong and admirable young woman from a neighboring farm. This tale captures themes of rural life, tradition, and the desire for progress. The opening of the novella introduces us to the main character, who expresses his deep pride in his successful farm and the happiness he shares with his partner, Berta. However, he reflects on a challenging time two years prior when he contemplated leaving for America due to the pressures of family responsibility and societal expectations regarding marriage. The story illustrates a significant turning point as he describes his first encounter with Berta, highlighting her charm and the warmth of her family. As they connect over various topics, we witness his growing affection for her, setting the stage for the exploration of their relationship against the backdrop of societal and familial expectations in rural Luxembourg. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Farmers -- Fiction |
| Subject | Luxembourg -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59534 |
| Release Date | May 18, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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