In a German Pension

By Katherine Mansfield

Book Overview

In a German Pension captures the youthful views of esteemed writer, Katherine Mansfield, who jumpstarted her illustrious career with a series of remarkable short stories. It showcases her growth and scope as a formidable nineteenth century writer.

A captivating collection of short stories centering the cynical and superficial parts of human nature. In one instance, an expectant father frets over his surroundings, while his wife gives birth. Another tale highlights a society woman's obsession with fashion and perception, while another woman is fixated on her husband's stomach. Each story presents a satirical view of German people and culture from the early 1900s.

In a German Pension was a commercial success that quickly ran through multiple editions. It was an impressive starting point to an acclaimed career, filled with masterful modernist tales. This collection is a testament to Mansfield's unique voice and storytelling ability.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1513271202
• ISBN13: 9781513271200
• Release Date: February 2021
• Publisher: Mint Editions
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 5.0" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

Thoughtful and descriptive prose

Within the stories of this collection, which the author considered "immature," there is some great descriptive prose around German characteristics and perspective which can even be said to live on in present Germany. Most impressive is Mansfield's gift in rummaging about in the German psyche. While some of the stories may seem melodramatic, e.g., "The Child-Who-Was-Tired," there are some very entertaining moments in which the author thoughtfully pulls out themes that include sycophancy, overbearance, resignation, mediocrity, selfishness, vanity, truculence, and compunction. For those who love German history and German culture, this is an essential volume.