In St. Jurgen (1901)

In ''St. Jurgen'' by Theodor Storm, readers are transported to the small town of Husum in northern Germany in the early 19th century. The story follows the life of a young man named Jurgen who is trying to find his place in the world. Jurgen is a dreamer who is often lost in his own thoughts and desires, but he is also a hard worker who is determined to make something of himself.As Jurgen grows older, he becomes more and more disillusioned with the world around him. He sees the hypocrisy and corruption of the people in power and begins to question his own beliefs and values. Along the way, he falls in love with a woman named Elisabeth, but their relationship is complicated by the social norms of the time.Through Jurgen’s journey, readers are given a glimpse into the struggles and challenges faced by ordinary people in 19th century Germany. The novel explores themes of love, morality, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world.Overall, ''St. Jurgen'' is a beautifully written and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on life in 19th century Germany. It is a must-read for anyone interested in literature, history, or the human condition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.