Aïssé by René Schickele
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Schickele, René, 1883-1940
German
"Aïssé" by René Schickele is a novella written during the early 20th century. This literary work explores the themes of love, identity, and social class through the lens of a young woman named Aïssé, who grapples with her status as a slave in a socially stratified society. The story unfolds primarily in France and India, examining the complexities ...
a former slave who is now cherished by the Chevalier d'Aydin. As their love story develops, Aïssé expresses her struggles with her past and societal perceptions of her worth. The Chevalier reflects on his life before meeting Aïssé, revealing a deep emotional connection between the two that challenges the norms of their society. Throughout the work, Aïssé's beauty and the depth of her love create a magical and poignant atmosphere, where themes of freedom, identity, and sacrifice are intricately woven together. The story culminates in Aïssé's struggle between love and societal expectation, ultimately leading to an exploration of death and an everlasting connection between the lovers, as they find solace in their love even beyond life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Kevin Johnson
2 months agoI was skeptical at first, but the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. This deserves far more attention.
Linda Hernandez
2 weeks agoI was searching for something reliable and the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. It was exactly what I needed right now.
Charles Baker
5 months agoFrom an academic standpoint, the explanations feel carefully crafted rather than rushed. Thanks for making this avaialble.
Jessica Sanchez
3 weeks agoIt took me a while to start, but the author anticipates common questions and addresses them well. I appreciate the effort put into this.
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Sandra Jackson
4 months agoI stumbled upon this by accident and the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. It was exactly what I needed right now.