Length21h 50m
About this audiobook
In "Seed-time and Harvest," Fritz Reuter presents a profound exploration of rural life in 19th-century Germany through the lens of vivid character studies and regional dialects. This novel reflects the author's mastery in using Low German dialect, offering an authentic and immersive experience that captures the complexities of peasant life, social change, and the indomitable human spirit. Its narrative intertwines humor and pathos, reflecting the societal transitions of the time, while Reuter's keen eye for detail transports readers to the pastoral landscapes and customs of Northern Germany. Fritz Reuter, born in 1810 in a small village in Mecklenburgh, was deeply influenced by his own experiences in a rural setting and the socio-political upheavals of his era. Educated in various regions, including his studies in law, Reuter became a passionate advocate for the rights of the lower classes, and his works often emphasize the strength and resilience of ordinary people. His commitment to depicting the vernacular speech and local traditions of his homeland culminates in this novel, making it a significant contribution to regional literature. For readers seeking a rich tapestry of life that blends the charm of rural narrative with deeper social commentary, "Seed-time and Harvest" is an essential read. It not only showcases Reuter's linguistic brilliance but also invites readers to reflect on the cyclical nature of life, labor, and community. This work remains a testament to the enduring power of narrative in evoking empathy and understanding across generations.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length21 hrs 50 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1"DURING MY APPRENTICESHIP."
26CHAPTER XXV.
2CHAPTER I.
27CHAPTER XXVI.
3CHAPTER II.
28CHAPTER XXVII.
4CHAPTER III.
29CHAPTER XXVIII.
5CHAPTER IV.
30CHAPTER XXIX.
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6CHAPTER V.
31CHAPTER XXX.
7CHAPTER VI.
32CHAPTER XXXI.
8CHAPTER VII.
33CHAPTER XXXII.
9CHAPTER VIII.
34CHAPTER XXXIII.
10CHAPTER IX.
35CHAPTER XXXIV.
11CHAPTER X.
36CHAPTER XXXV.
12CHAPTER XI.
37CHAPTER XXXVI.
13"To Her.
38CHAPTER XXXVII.
14CHAPTER XIII.
39CHAPTER XXXVIII.
15CHAPTER XIV.
40CHAPTER XXXIX.
16CHAPTER XV.
41CHAPTER XL.
17CHAPTER XVI.
42CHAPTER XLI.
18CHAPTER XVII.
43CHAPTER XLII.
19CHAPTER XVIII.
44CHAPTER XLIII.
20CHAPTER XIX.
45CHAPTER XLIV.
21CHAPTER XX.
46CHAPTER XLV.
22CHAPTER XXI.
47CHAPTER XLVI.
23CHAPTER XXII.
48CONCLUSION.
24CHAPTER XXIII.
49FOOTNOTES:
25CHAPTER XXIV.
50THE END.
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