Busekow: Eine Novelle

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Busekow: Eine Novelle

by Carl Sternheim

DE·~41 minutes·1 chapter

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1 total
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Description

A quiet morning in the bustling crossroads of the city finds Christof Busekow, a seasoned yet weary police officer, holding his post. His keen eyesight has become his greatest tool, letting him read the slightest shift in a passerby’s demeanor while the world around him drifts into routine. As the hours stretch, Busekow’s thoughts wander between the promise of a fresh cup of coffee and the subtle rhythms of the street he watches over.

When a sudden clash between a bus and a milk wagon jolts the calm, his practiced hand restores order in an instant. Yet it is the unexpected arrival of a striking, blond woman marked by a small, dark scar on her cheek that truly catches his attention, stirring a mix of curiosity and unease. Their brief encounter hints at a deeper story waiting to unfold, offering listeners a glimpse into the ordinary life of a guardian whose vigilance may soon be tested.

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Language

de

Duration

~41 minutes (39K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Jens Sadowski

Release date

2013-01-23

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Carl Sternheim

Carl Sternheim

1878–1942

A sharp, funny voice of early 20th-century German literature, this playwright and storyteller turned middle-class manners into biting satire. His work is closely tied to German Expressionism and still stands out for its bold social criticism.

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