Margery (Gred): A Tale Of Old Nuremberg — Complete

By Georg Ebers

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a bustling medieval city, a young orphaned woman navigates love, loss, and societal expectations as she comes of age, revealing the beauty and hardship of her time.

Genres

Culture/Civilization/Society Literature Travel & Geography Fiction

Released

2004-11-15

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Summary

"Margery (Gred): A Tale Of Old Nuremberg — Complete" by Georg Ebers is a story that invites the reader to experience the world through the life of Margery Schopper, a young woman in 15th-century Nuremberg. The novel paints a picture of a vibrant city where family ties and societal norms greatly influence personal destinies; after being orphaned at an early age, Margery is raised by her cousin Maud. Growing up, Margery's experiences—her relationships with her brothers and friends—help the reader see the joys and challenges of those times. The story addresses the lives of women in a world dominated by men and their search for fulfillment in a structured society. The story adopts a tone that is both warm and humorous, revealing the search for love and happiness.