Der Klosterjaeger: Roman aus dem XIV. Jahrhundert by Ludwig Ganghofer
"Der Klosterjäger: Roman aus dem XIV. Jahrhundert" by Ludwig Ganghofer is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of a medieval alpine landscape, the story revolves around Haymo, the titular Klosterjäger, who is responsible for overseeing game within the domain of a monastery. The book explores themes of nature, duty, and the dramatic interplay between humanity and the wilderness, introducing characters that reflect the social andmoral complexities of the time. The opening of the novel establishes a vivid setting filled with imagery of the harshness of spring battling against the lingering grip of winter in the mountains. Haymo is depicted as a robust and determined character, committed to his role as a protector of the prized wildlife. His solitude and dedication are highlighted as he faces the harsh realities of his environment and the threat posed by poachers. Additionally, a significant encounter with a young girl named Gittli, who collects snow roses for a grave, hints at the unfolding emotional and relational intricacies that will develop throughout the story. This initial chapter not only sets the tone of adventure and danger but also hints at themes of affection and loss, inviting readers into a richly woven tale of life in the medieval Alps. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Ganghofer, Ludwig, 1855-1920 |
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| Illustrator | Engl, Hugo, 1852-1926 |
| Title | Der Klosterjaeger: Roman aus dem XIV. Jahrhundert |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Monastery%27s_Hunter_(novel) Wikipedia page about this book: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Der_Klosterj%C3%A4ger_(Roman) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Inka Knirsch, Markus Brenner, Jens Sadowski, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | German fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48618 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated | May 2, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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