In Extremis by van Java Melati
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About this eBook
| Author | Melati, van Java, 1853-1927 |
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| Title | In Extremis |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "In Extremis" by van Java Melati is a fictional novel likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the poignant story of Rudolf Telwerda, a dying engineer who, facing his impending death, becomes reflective and seeks companionship in the form of a caregiver wife, Céline. The themes of love, the inevitability of death, and the search for meaning in the final moments of life are prominent, suggesting a deep exploration of human emotions and relationships. The opening of the book introduces us to Rudolf's struggling existence as he contemplates his illness and the loneliness that comes with it. He engages in self-reflection while expressing a desire for a softer, more compassionate presence in his life. As the story unfolds, his friends discuss the possibility of a marriage that could benefit both Rudolf, who is nearing death, and Céline, who is struggling to find her place in a disillusioning world. The tone shifts between despair and hope as we witness both Rudolf's physical decline and the budding relationship between him and Céline, creating an emotional backdrop that explores the complexities of love and duty in the face of mortality. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Dutch fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53492 |
| Release Date | Nov 10, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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