| Author |
May, Karl, 1842-1912 |
| Title |
Mein Leben und Streben
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| Note |
#2780 is the copyrighted English translation of #2779, expressly
made for Project Gutenberg.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 71.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Summary |
"Mein Leben und Streben" by Karl May is a self-biographical account written during the late 19th century. This work delves into the life, struggles, and reflections of the author, serving both as a narrative of his own experiences and as a philosophical exploration of existence and human nature. At the start of the book, May introduces a fantastical narrative about a mythical star called Sitara, symbolizing the dichotomy between a prosperous, harmonious realm (Dschinnistan) and a land of oppression and suffering (Ardistan). This allegorical tale transitions into his own story, detailing his impoverished childhood in a place rife with hardship, the loss of family members, and the burden of premature responsibility as he navigates his family's struggles. His narrative is marked by a profound introspection as he reflects on his parents' lives, especially the unwavering strength of his mother and the complexities of his father's character. Through this opening, May establishes a connection between his personal tribulations and broader existential themes, setting the stage for deeper revelations about identity and morality as the narrative unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
CT: History: Biography
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| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Autobiographies
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| Subject |
May, Karl Friedrich, 1842-1912
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| Subject |
Authors, German -- 19th century -- Biography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2779 |
| Release Date |
Aug 1, 2001 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Oct 13, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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