02376cam a22003493u 4500 43393 UtSlPG 20260610134008.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PT Marlitt, E. (Eugenie), 1825-1887 Im Hause des Kommerzienrates. English At the Councillor's; or, A Nameless History Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2013-08-03 Produced by Al Haines "At the Councillor's; or, A Nameless History" by E. Marlitt is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story immerses readers in the complexities of familial relationships, wealth, and societal expectations, primarily revolving around the characters Councillor Römer and his estranged family members, especially the recently bereaved Kitty Mangold, the miller's granddaughter. With themes of ambition, guilt, and social position, the narrative explores how individuals navigate their intertwined fates in a context marked by intrigue and moral dilemmas. At the start of the novel, tensions are set in motion following the medical operation on the castle miller, which leads to his unexpected death shortly thereafter. As Councillor Römer grapples with the implications of the incident, suspicion arises regarding his actions during the old man's last moments. Meanwhile, Kitty returns to the mill after her grandfather's death, carrying the legacy of her family's estate. The early chapters establish the backdrop of social disparity, exemplified by the interactions between Kitty, her family, and Doctor Bruck, who provides a glimpse into the deeper emotional and ethical conflicts that will unfold as the plot develops. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Merchants -- Fiction German fiction -- Translations into English Interpersonal relations -- Fiction Wister, A. L. (Annis Lee), 1830-1908 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43393 84232 84232