Iolanthe's Wedding
The story revolves around a young woman who marries an older man for financial security. The marriage is loveless and the husband's true nature is revealed over time. The wife becomes increasingly isolated and trapped in her situation, leading to a tragic outcome.
By Hermann Sudermann · First published 1900 · Genre: Drama, Romance, Tragedy · 7 chapters · 22,613 words
First lines
I tell _you_, gentlemen, it's a rotten piece of business to be standing beside an old friend's open grave-simply disgusting.
You stand with your feet planted in the upturned earth, and twirl your moustache and look stupid, while you feel like crying the soul out of your body.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Hermann Sudermann
- Date: 1900 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Drama, Romance, Tragedy, Realism
- Length: 22,613 words
- Structure: 7 chapters, 648 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Drama — The book primarily explores intense emotional and interpersonal conflicts, characteristic of dramatic literature.
- Romance — Central to the plot is a romantic relationship, focusing on love and its complications.
- Tragedy — The narrative includes elements of suffering and misfortune, aligning with the conventions of tragic storytelling.
- Realism — The writing style and themes reflect a realistic portrayal of life and society, emphasizing everyday experiences.
Tags
German Literature · Realism · Social Commentary · Marriage · Society · Class Conflict · Love Triangle · Family Drama · Morality Play · Critique of Social Hierarchy · Romanticism · Tragic Love Story