
Frau mit den Karfunkelsteinen
'Frau mit den Karfunkelsteinen' Summary
The novel revolves around the Lamprecht family, a wealthy German family living in a grand manor. Rumors of a haunting by a deceased ancestor, the spirit of a long-dead family member, add to the mystery surrounding the family. Margarete, a young and spirited woman who is known as 'the wild bee' for her independent nature, becomes entangled in the family's complex web of secrets and intrigue. The story unfolds as Margarete, caught between the demands of her family and the constraints of society, seeks to find her own path. The novel delves into the societal expectations of the time, the influence of social class, and the struggles of finding love and fulfillment within a restrictive environment. 'Frau mit den Karfunkelsteinen' is a classic example of 19th-century German romance, exploring themes of love, duty, and the power of family bonds.Book Details
Language
GermanOriginal Language
Published In
Genre/Category
Tags/Keywords
Download eBooks
Listen/Download Audiobook
- Select Speed
Related books

Ellendigen - Deel 2 - Cosette by Victor Hugo
De Ellendigen, een vertaling van Les Misérables, is een sociaal-realistische roman die de ellende van de armen in de 19e-eeuwse Franse samenleving bel...

enfant gâté by Zénaïde Fleuriot
This novel follows the story of a young boy, spoiled by his godmother, who is sent to live with his legal guardian and his family. The guardian aims t...

Song of the Wave, and Other Poems by George Cabot Lodge
This volume of poetry explores a range of themes, with a particular focus on the majesty and power of the sea. The first part of the book features poe...

Insolación by Emilia Pardo Bazán
Insolación es una novela de Emilia Pardo Bazán que explora la apasionada historia de Asís Taboada, una marquesa viuda que encuentra un nuevo amor en e...

Octave of Claudius by Barry Pain
In 'Octave of Claudius,' Dr. Gabriel Lamb, a seemingly benevolent physician, saves the life of Claudius Sandell. However, Lamb's motives are shrouded...

Πασχαλινά διηγήματα (Easter Short Stories) by Alexandros Papadiamantis
Alexandros Papadiamantis' 'Easter Short Stories' is a collection of poignant and evocative tales that capture the essence of Greek Orthodox Easter. Se...

Love Poems by Famous Authors by Various
This collection of love poems features renowned works from various authors, capturing the enduring themes of love, passion, and desire. From the iconi...

Free Air by Sinclair Lewis
"This cheerful little road novel is about Claire Boltwood, who, in the early days of the 20th century, travels by automobile from New York City to the...

Liber Amoris by William Hazlitt
Liber Amoris is a deeply personal and unflinching account of William Hazlitt's obsessive infatuation with a young woman. The work goes beyond a typica...

Diana by Susan Warner
Diana Starling, a young woman trapped under the shadow of her emotionally distant and controlling mother, finds herself torn between her own desires a...
Reviews for Frau mit den Karfunkelsteinen
No reviews posted or approved, yet...