02415cam a22003253u 4500 35849 UtSlPG 20260610133822.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PT Reuter, Fritz, 1810-1874 An Old Story of My Farming Days Vol. 1 (of 3). : (Ut Mine Stromtid) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/From_My_Farming_Days Release date is 2011-04-13 Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive "An Old Story of My Farming Days Vol. 1 (of 3)" by Fritz Reuter is a fictional narrative written in the late 19th century that paints a detailed picture of rural life and the struggles of farmers in Mecklenburg. The story centers around the character of Charles Hawermann, a hardworking farmer who faces the heart-wrenching challenges of bankruptcy and loss, especially following the recent death of his beloved wife. At the start of the narrative, Hawermann is depicted in a moment of deep sorrow, reflecting on the misfortunes that have led to the auction of his farm and the loss of his wife. The opening scenes enrich the reader's understanding of his character, showing his love for family and dedication to his craft, as well as his emotional turmoil over the impact of financial hardships. As Hawermann faces the reality of losing his home and attempts to find a new path for himself and his daughter, the text introduces a cast of supporting characters who offer varying perspectives on the severity of their times, including both sympathetic neighbors and harsh landlords. Overall, this portion of the book sets a poignant tone, blending humor and despair as it explores themes of resilience, community, and the complex nature of human relationships in the context of agrarian life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Farm life -- Fiction Macdowall, M. W. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35849 76692 76692