02201cam a22003013u 4500 73467 UtSlPG 20260610134711.0 m cr n 260607r20241923utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG de iso639-1 PT Speckmann, Diedrich, 1872-1938 Das goldene Tor Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-04-26 Hans Theyer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Das goldene Tor" by Diedrich Speckmann is a narrative written in the early 20th century. The story is set against the backdrop of rural life, focusing on the experiences of a young boy named Peter Eggers, who dreams of becoming a schoolmaster while enduring a challenging home life. The book likely explores themes of aspiration, education, and familial dynamics, particularly highlighting Peter's relationship with his harsh stepmother and his longing for a better future. The opening of the narrative introduces the Eggers family, revealing their struggles with harsh winter conditions and limited resources. The family is portrayed in a humble, cold home where they manage to pass the time through various tasks, emphasizing their hard work and close-knit interactions. Among the children, the character Peter emerges, showing a deeper yearning for knowledge and a better life, distinct from his siblings. As the family navigates daily challenges, including Peter's encounters with his standoffish father and overbearing stepmother, the groundwork is laid for Peter's journey towards becoming a schoolmaster, offering insight into his relationships and aspirations that will develop throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Berlin: Verlag von Martin Warneck, 1923 German fiction -- 20th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73467 114192 114192