Die Last by Georg Engel
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Engel, Georg, 1866-1931
German
"Die Last" by Georg Engel is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds in a rural setting, exploring themes of suffering, familial duty, and the burdens of life, focusing on characters such as the ailing Else and her husband Wilms, who struggle under the weight of their circumstances. At the start of the story, we find ourselv...
suffering, watched over by her husband, Wilms, who feels the strain of her illness and the responsibilities of their failing farming livelihood. As the story progresses, we witness Wilms's internal turmoil as he navigates the tension between his duty to his wife and the pressing challenges of farm management, including the imminent threat of a foreclosure by creditors. The atmosphere is heavy with sadness and desperation, evoking a sense of impending crisis as the couple grapples with the reality of their situation, underscored by the sound of rain and the encroaching gloom of their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Sandra Sanchez
4 months agoIn my opinion, the technical accuracy of the content is spot on. Truly inspiring.
Edward Nelson
3 months agoOnce I started reading, the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. A solid resource I will return to often.
Mark Miller
3 months agoIn my opinion, it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. I'm sending the link to all my friends.
Mason Sanchez
2 months agoAfter looking for this everywhere, the emotional weight of the story is balanced perfectly with moments of levity. One of the best books I've read this year.
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Paul Gonzalez
3 weeks agoBelieve the hype, it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. I will be reading more from this author.