Irrungen, Wirrungen by Theodor Fontane
Set in 19th-century Berlin, this novel explores the complexities of love and societal expectations through the story of Lene, a humble seamstress, and Botho, a young aristocrat. Their passionate yet doomed romance highlights the rigid class distinctions and social conventions of the time, as both characters grapple with their desires and the inevitable pressures to conform. The narrative delves into themes of love, duty, and the harsh realities of social stratification, painting a vivid picture of the era's cultural landscape.
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- Published
- 1888
- Nationality
- German
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- German
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- Alternate Titles
- - On Tangled Paths
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