The Love of Ulrich Nebendahl by Jerome K. Jerome
"The Love of Ulrich Nebendahl" by Jerome K. Jerome is a poignant novella written in the early 20th century. This work weaves together elements of romance and philosophical reflection set against the backdrop of war-torn Germany. At its core, it explores themes of love, duty, and the moral complexities surrounding relationships and patriotism. The story follows Ulrich Nebendahl, a kindly wheelwright who grapples with the nature of love and his feelings for
several women in his village. Guided by the village pastor, Ulrich contemplates his responsibilities as a man and the implications of choosing a partner. However, his journey is disrupted by the harsh realities of conflict, as he encounters a wounded French soldier during the war and ultimately discovers that his true love extends beyond romantic notions; it encompasses his entire village and its inhabitants. In a striking culmination, Ulrich sacrifices his life to protect the village he loves, and his act of bravery leads to posthumous recognition as a hero, embodying the profound message that true love can manifest in selfless sacrifice for others. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Jerome, Jerome K. (Jerome Klapka), 1859-1927 |
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| Title | The Love of Ulrich Nebendahl |
| Credits | Produced by Ron Burkey, Amy Thomte, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Pastoral fiction |
| Subject | Villages -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 870 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 1997 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 15, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 236 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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