Problematic Characters: A Novel
Translated by M. Schele de Vere
"Problematic Characters: A Novel by Friedrich Spielhagen" is a novel published in 1861 that explores German society during the turbulent period surrounding the Revolutions of 1848. The story follows Oswald Stein, a restless hero who embodies revolutionary social ideals and cannot find satisfaction in any situation. Through his struggles against reactionary forces and dead ideas, Spielhagen examines the conflicting elements of German character and the fight for democracy and freedom during a critical moment in the nation's history.
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