02482cam a22003253u 4500 34505 UtSlPG 20260610133804.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PT Keller, Gottfried, 1819-1890 Seldwyla Folks: Three Singular Tales Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-11-29 Three decent combmakers -- Dietegen -- Romeo and Juliet of the village. Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive "Seldwyla Folks: Three Singular Tales" by Gottfried Keller is a collection of short stories written in the mid-19th century, which showcases the author's dexterity in narrative and character development. Set in the fictional town of Seldwyla, the book delves into the lives of its inhabitants, highlighting their peculiarities and the comedic dichotomies of human nature. The stories present a blend of humor, social commentary, and irony, woven into the fabric of everyday life in a quaint but somewhat stagnant society. The opening of the collection introduces the story of three decent combmakers who, despite their respectable nature, become embroiled in a silent competition for both their livelihood and the affections of Zues Buenzlin, a local maiden. Each combmaker is portrayed with quirks that define their interactions and personal ambitions, but they also reflect broader themes of economy, competition, and societal expectations. The narrative sets the stage for their interconnected lives, as they navigate issues of pride, jealousy, and the pursuit of happiness, all while maintaining a façade of amicability. As the tension mounts, the dynamics of their relationships spotlight Keller’s keen insights into human behavior, emphasizing the absurdities that arise in the quest for love and self-worth within a rigid societal structure. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Switzerland -- Social life and customs -- Fiction Schierbrand, Wolf von, 1851-1920 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34505 75351 75351