Quits: A Novel Parts One and Two

By Jemima Montgomery, Baroness von Tautphoeus and Jemima Montgomery Freifrau von Tautphoeus

Book Overview

""Quits"" is a novel written by Baroness Tautphoeus, first published in 1867. Set in Germany, the story follows the lives of two families, the von Balderecks and the von Werrings. The von Balderecks are an old and respected family, while the von Werrings are wealthy and newly established. The two families become intertwined when the von Werrings' daughter, Adela, marries the von Balderecks' son, Count Helmuth. The novel explores the themes of class, social status, and the clash between tradition and modernity. The von Balderecks, who are deeply rooted in tradition, struggle to adapt to the changing times, while the von Werrings embrace progress and modernity. The characters' personal struggles and conflicts reflect the larger societal changes happening in Germany at the time. Throughout the novel, the characters face various challenges, including financial difficulties, marital problems, and societal pressure. The plot is driven by the characters' relationships with one another and their attempts to navigate the complex social landscape of Germany in the mid-19th century. Overall, ""Quits"" is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that provides insight into the social and cultural climate of Germany during the 19th century. The characters are complex and well-developed, and their struggles and triumphs are relatable and timeless.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417952865
• ISBN13: 9781417952861
• Release Date: March 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 608 Pages
• Weight: 1.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"