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Im Schatten der Titanen Erinnerungen an Baronin Jenny von Gustedt   By: (1865-1916)

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In "Im Schatten der Titanen: Erinnerungen an Baronin Jenny von Gustedt" Lily Braun provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of Baronin Jenny von Gustedt, a prominent figure in German society during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Through a series of personal reminiscences, Braun paints a vivid portrait of Gustedt as a complex and enigmatic woman who navigated the constraints of her time with grace and determination.

Braun's writing is both evocative and insightful, capturing the spirit of the era while also delving into the personal struggles and triumphs of her subject. The book offers a unique perspective on the intersection of class, gender, and power within German society, shedding light on the challenges faced by women like Gustedt who sought to carve out their own path in a male-dominated world.

Overall, "Im Schatten der Titanen" is a compelling and illuminating read that not only provides valuable historical insight, but also invites readers to reflect on the complexities of human nature and the enduring quest for autonomy and self-expression. Braun's skillful storytelling and keen observations make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the lives of remarkable women who defied convention and left a lasting impact on their world.

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IM SCHATTEN DER TITANEN

Erinnerungen an Baronin Jenny von Gustedt

von

LILY BRAUN

77. 84. Tausend Deutsche Verlags Anstalt/Stuttgart 1918

Mit vier Porträts und zwei Faksimile Reproduktionen

Alle Rechte vorbehalten Druck der Deutschen Verlags Anstalt in Stuttgart

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Einleitung 7

Aus Bonapartes Stamm 15

Jerome Napoleon 17 Diana von Pappenheim 46 Briefe von Jerome Napoleon und Gräfin Pauline Schönfeld an Jenny von Pappenheim 57

Unter Goethes Augen 77

Jennys Kindheit 79 Goethe 89 Freundschaft und Liebe 106

Der Leidensweg der Mutter 237

Im stillen Winkel 239 Im Strome der Welt 315

Ausleben 343

Wieder daheim 345 Dem Ende entgegen 378

Anmerkungen 421

Register 427

Einleitung

Im Jahre 1890 starb Jenny von Gustedt, deren Leben diese Blätter schildern sollen... Continue reading book >>




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