The Sign Of Flame - Werner, E.
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The sign of flame is a novel centered on a young man caught between strict military discipline and the disruptive return of his mother, whose presence threatens the fragile balance of his life. The story explores his struggle for identity and freedom under the imposing expectations of his father, a military officer. The opening scene portrays a tense dinner conversation where his father and a friend discuss the young man s exceptional talents alongside concerns about his troubling nature. The narrative then shifts to the protagonist s experiences at an estate where he confronts the constraints…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
The sign of flame is a novel centered on a young man caught between strict military discipline and the disruptive return of his mother, whose presence threatens the fragile balance of his life. The story explores his struggle for identity and freedom under the imposing expectations of his father, a military officer. The opening scene portrays a tense dinner conversation where his father and a friend discuss the young man s exceptional talents alongside concerns about his troubling nature. The narrative then shifts to the protagonist s experiences at an estate where he confronts the constraints imposed by his father s authority and the looming influence of his mother s return. This beginning highlights the tension between emerging independence and authoritarian control, foreshadowing a conflict that will affect all involved. Throughout the early chapters, themes of loyalty, love, and the consequences of past decisions intertwine, inviting readers into a complex exploration of personal freedom amid family pressures and adversity.
Autorenporträt
Elisabeth B rstenbinder, born on November 25, 1838, in Berlin, Germany, was the daughter of a well-established family whose intellectual and cultural influences shaped her literary direction. Writing under the pseudonym Ernst Werner, she became a prominent figure in 19th-century German literature. Her career began to attract attention with the publication of Hermann in 1870, which marked the start of a long and productive writing life. She became known for works that combined emotional depth with moral dilemmas and examined the conflict between personal duty and individual desire. Several of her novels, including Sacred Vows, Fickle Fortune, and Riven Bonds, were translated into English, broadening her reach beyond German-speaking audiences. Her stories often portrayed layered emotional experiences and highlighted the tension between romantic ideals and societal roles. B rstenbinder's writing was appreciated for its narrative clarity and the ability to balance sentiment with structural discipline. She spent her later years in Merano, Italy, where she died on October 10, 1918, at the age of 79. Her literary contributions reflected a strong narrative voice that engaged with the cultural questions of her time while retaining emotional resonance for a broad readership.