Timur: Novellen by Kasimir Edschmid
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Edschmid, Kasimir, 1890-1966
German
"Timur: Novellen" by Kasimir Edschmid is a collection of novellas written in the early 20th century. The narratives explore the complexities of identity and belonging through the experiences of the main character, Jean François, who navigates the emotional landscape following his mother's return after years apart, mixed with his adventures across p...
personal longing. The opening of "Timur: Novellen" introduces Jean François, a boy raised in Polynesia after his mother leaves him at a young age. As he grows, he adapts to the local culture and language until his mother returns to reclaim him. Their reunion, however, is fraught with emotional distance as Jean François struggles to communicate with his mother, highlighting the disconnection that has developed during their time apart. The narrative follows his journey as he matures, experiencing love, loss, and the call of adventure that ultimately leads him to England, and hints at his future entanglement with themes of identity, belonging, and the impact of cultural heritage on personal identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Jennifer Davis
5 months agoI didn’t think I would enjoy this, but the formatting of this PDF is flawless and easy to read on any device. Highly recommended for everyone.
Edward Thompson
1 week agoIt took me a while to start, but the author's voice is distinct, making the complex topics easy to digest. This left a lasting impression on me.
Sandra Baker
1 month agoFrom an academic standpoint, the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. This made complex ideas feel approachable.
Melissa Nelson
4 weeks agoHonestly, the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. I'm sending the link to all my friends.
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Amanda Scott
3 months agoI was pleasantly surprised because the material feels polished and professionally edited. One of the best books I've read this year.