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Edelweiss: A Story

By Berthold Auerbach

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a world touched by sorrow where a boy must navigate life after loss, he discovers the strength of love, family, and enduring memories.

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2010-06-28
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Summary

"Edelweiss: A Story" by Berthold Auerbach is a tale about heartache and healing in a close-knit village. The story centers on Lenz, a young person dealing with the sorrow of losing his mother, who was loved by everyone. The book paints a picture of loss and the start of Lenz's journey, showing how he gets advice and support from people around him as he prepares to face life without her. From the painter who captured his mother's likeness to close family, each conversation helps to highlight the strong influence of love and memory, hinting at ways Lenz might find strength and grow, even in the face of such sadness.

About the Author

Berthold Auerbach was a German poet and author. He was the founder of the German "tendency novel", in which fiction is used as a means of influencing public opinion on social, political, moral, and religious questions.

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