| Author |
Rhoden, Emmy von, 1832-1885 |
| Title |
Der Trotzkopf: Eine Pensionsgeschichte für erwachsene Mädchen
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Summary |
"Der Trotzkopf: Eine Pensionsgeschichte für erwachsene Mädchen" by Emmy von Rhoden is a fictional novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a spirited young girl named Ilse, who, at the age of fifteen, faces the challenges of being sent to a boarding school by her father and stepmother. This narrative explores themes of youthful rebellion, identity, and the transition from childhood to adolescence. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Ilse, whose impetuous and carefree nature is evident in her interactions with her father and her surroundings. In the opening scenes, she both charms and frustrates her parents with her refusal to adhere to social proprieties, showcasing a lively character full of spirit. Her impending departure to the boarding school causes her considerable distress as she grapples with the idea of leaving her beloved home and friends. Despite her bravado, Ilse’s strong emotions reveal her vulnerability and the struggle of adjusting to the expectations placed upon her as she embarks on this new chapter of her life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Girls -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Middle class -- Germany -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
31309 |
| Release Date |
Feb 17, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 16, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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