Description
Set in late-19th-century Berlin, this satirical society novel follows the intertwined lives of two prominent families as manners, money, and reputation shape every decision. At its heart is a story of courtship and conscience—where affection is tested against social expectation and where “practical” thinking repeatedly collides with the longing to be understood. Through sharply observed characters and a lightly biting, conversational style, the narrative exposes the self-interest and sentimental posturing that often masquerade as virtue. More than a romance, it’s a portrait of a world in which status governs the heart, and where the search for genuine connection becomes its own quiet rebellion.
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paperback
Klett (Ernst) Verlag,Stuttgart
Published Jan 1, 2001
251 pages
ISBN: 9783123511202
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First Published
1900
Language
deu
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