The Pipe of War by Berthold Auerbach

Name: The Pipe of War
Author: Berthold Auerbach

The Pipe of War is a collection of poems written by Berthold Auerbach in the late 19th century. The poems explore themes of war, death, and the human condition, with a focus on the impact of conflict on individuals and society. What is the significance of the title "The Pipe of War" in the context of the book?

By Berthold Auerbach · First published 1856 · Genre: War, Historical Fiction, Drama · 5,188 words

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It is a singular story, and yet intimately connected with the great events of modern history, or, what is almost the same thing, with the history of Napoleon. Those were memorable times. Every farmer could see the whole array of history man[oe]uvre and pass in review beneath his dormer-window: kings and emperors behaved like play-actors, and, sometimes assumed a different dress and a different character in every scene. And all this gorgeous spectacle was at the farmer's service, costing him nothing but his house and home, and occasionally, perhaps, his life. My neighbor Hansgeorge was not quite so unlucky, -- as the story will show.

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The Pipe of War is listed on Textopian as a novella by Berthold Auerbach, dated 1856 CE.

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Work type: Novella
Author: Berthold Auerbach
Date: 1856 CE
Language: English
Genres: War, Historical Fiction, Drama, Adventure, Psychological fiction
Length: 5,188 words
Structure: 1 section, 76 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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War — The title of the book and likely its content deals with the theme of war or conflict, making this genre highly relevant.
Historical Fiction — Berthold Auerbach's writing often includes historical themes and scenarios, borrowing from real-world events and periods.
Drama — The wartime setting likely introduces elements of drama, tension, and high stakes.
Adventure — War stories often involve journeys or quests, situating this work potentially within the scope of adventure fiction.