02305cam a22003133u 4500 68228 UtSlPG 20260610134557.0 m cr n 260607r20221893utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG de iso639-1 PT Landauer, Gustav, 1870-1919 Der Todesprediger Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2022 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2022-06-06 Digitale Sammlungen der Universitäts- und Landesbibliothek der Heinrich Heine Universität Düsseldorf "Der Todesprediger" by Gustav Landauer is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story chronicles the life of Karl Starkblom, the second son of a shoemaker, as he navigates a world steeped in philosophical disillusionment, personal loss, and existential questioning. The narrative explores profound themes, including individual purpose, societal duty, and the search for meaning in a life marked by both promise and despair. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the philosophical underpinnings that will shape the protagonist's journey. Karl Starkblom is presented as a deeply introspective character, who reflects on his tumultuous childhood and his family's decline, particularly focusing on the shortcomings of his father. As he transitions into adulthood, Karl grapples with the tensions between his early aspirations for a philosophical life and the practical demands of a legal career. The narrative highlights his internal struggles, questioning societal norms and the worth of human existence amidst personal tragedies. It sets the stage for his eventual awakening and desire to engage more deeply with the world around him, questioning life's greater meaning and his role within it. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Germany: Verlag von Heinrich Minden, 1893 German fiction -- 19th century http://digital.ub.uni-duesseldorf.de/ihd/content/titleinfo/10508439 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68228 109045 109045