
In the quiet of a noble salon, the night stretches long while Luise knits by candlelight and her aunt Karoline drifts between sleep and dream. Their whispered speculation about the French Revolution hints at the wider upheaval beyond the walls, while the imminent return of the baron stirs both hope and nervous anticipation. Small domestic gestures—knitted socks, a rustling curtain—become the backdrop for a subtle emotional current, suggesting hidden affections and the weight of familial expectations.
Meanwhile, the household buzzes with frantic urgency as Georg, a nervous servant, hurries to fetch a mysterious bottle of spirit for the injured young count. A sudden fall, bloodied head, and the looming presence of the count’s uncle create a palpable sense of crisis. Through overlapping dialogues and quick‑moving concerns, the drama’s first act weaves together personal anxieties and the larger political tensions that promise to shape the lives of all who inhabit this restless estate.
Language
de
Duration
~1 hours (85K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2003-12-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1749–1832
A towering figure in German literature, this poet, novelist, and playwright also explored science, philosophy, and public life. Best known for Faust and The Sorrows of Young Werther, he left a mark far beyond his own era.
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