
Jammes · Hasenroman
In a sun‑drenched meadow of the French countryside, a nervous hare named Langohr darts through thyme‑scented grass, ever‑watchful of shadows and the distant howl of hunting dogs. The narration follows his frantic leaps over hedges, his brief respite beside a quiet river, and the way the landscape—blue church spires, silver‑grey clouds, and rustling reeds—mirrors his restless spirit. As day turns to dusk, Langohr’s path leads him into a sleepy field where the night’s cool hush invites him to pause.
Under the pale moonlight Langohr encounters a gentle companion, a fellow creature whose presence softens the harshness of his solitary wanderings. Together they share simple pleasures—snacking on thyme and cabbage, listening to the distant crow of a rooster, and stealing quiet kisses among the amber‑colored hay. Their fragile bond hints at both comfort and the looming challenges of the wild, promising a tale that blends lyrical nature description with the quiet drama of survival.
Language
de
Duration
~56 minutes (53K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Jens Sadowski
Release date
2012-04-06
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1868–1938
Drawn to quiet landscapes, village life, and the beauty of ordinary things, this French poet became known for writing with unusual warmth and simplicity. His work offered a gentle alternative to the more ornate literary styles of his time.
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