02399cam a22003253u 4500 34657 UtSlPG 20260610133806.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PT Spielhagen, Friedrich, 1829-1911 The Breaking of the Storm, Vol. I. 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 2010-12-15 Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive. "The Breaking of the Storm, Vol. I" by Friedrich Spielhagen is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds amidst a maritime journey, focusing on characters such as General von Werben and his daughter Elsa as they venture to Sundin aboard a steamer. As weather conditions worsen, the plot hints at themes of adventure and the intricacies of both personal and political relationships against the backdrop of societal upheaval. The opening of the novel introduces a diverse cast of characters preparing for a journey fraught with tension as they navigate not only rough waters but also interpersonal dynamics. As the ship encounters difficulties, the young sailor Reinhold Schmidt emerges as a key figure, captivating Elsa’s attention while she sketches scenes of the journey. His pragmatic nature shines through as he forewarns of potential danger. As the story unfolds, they encounter a grounding incident that forces passengers to confront their vulnerabilities and uncertainties, setting the stage for dramatic developments to come. The narrative styles and dialogues establish a sense of impending conflict both on the sea and in the lives of the characters, hinting at broader themes of misadventure, ambition, and romantic entanglements within the setting of a shifting social landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fiction Stephenson, S. E. A. H. http://www.archive.org/details/breakingstormtr00spiegoog https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34657 75503 75503