The Pictures; The Betrothing: Novels by Ludwig Tieck
"The Pictures; The Betrothing: Novels" by Ludwig Tieck is a collection of novels written in the early 19th century. The work delves into themes of art, personal identity, and societal constraints, touching on the lives of various characters in during a period of cultural awakening. Central to the narrative is the character Edward, a young man grappling with his past errors and contemplating a future based on personal redemption and virtue. The opening of the work sets a reflective and somewhat melancholic tone, presenting Edward as he enters a gallery filled with artworks that evoke memories of his father, a ionate connoisseur of art. His emotions fluctuate between iration for a particularly vivid painting and frustration at his own previous life choices, which he now sees as squandered opportunities. A confrontation ensues with a stranger who casts doubt on Edward's recent inheritance of a painting, leading to feelings of shame and a determination within Edward to transform his life for the better. The narrative intricately weaves discussions about art’s value in society with Edward’s internal struggles, suggesting a deep connection between artistic appreciation and personal growth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Tieck, Ludwig, 1773-1853 |
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| Translator | Thirlwall, Connop, 1797-1875 |
| Uniform Title | Gemälde. English |
| Title | The Pictures; The Betrothing: Novels |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Bowen, from scans provided by the Web Archive |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | German fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 31912 |
| Release Date | Apr 7, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| s | 174 s in the last 30 days. |
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