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100 1 _aLe Gallienne, Richard,
_d1866-1947
245 1 0 _aOld Love Stories Retold
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2002
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2002-06-01
505 0 _aHeine and Mathilde
508 _aThis etext was prepared by Mike Pullen
520 _a"Old Love Stories Retold" by Richard Le Gallienne is a collection of romantic narratives inspired by historical love affairs, written during the late 19th century. This work provides introspective insights into the lives and relationships of notable figures, encapsulating themes of both passion and melancholy within its storytelling. The likely topic of this particular story revolves around the poignant love story of the famed poet Heinrich Heine and his partner Mathilde, exploring the nuanced dynamics between genius and simplicity in romantic relationships. In the tale of Heine and Mathilde, we witness the contrast between the brilliant and often cynical intellect of Heine and the uncomplicated, life-affirming spirit of Mathilde. Their relationship, spanning almost two decades, is portrayed as one of deep loyalty and affection, despite the challenges posed by Heine's failing health and his earlier romantic pursuits. Mathilde's nurturing presence serves as a grounding force for Heine, who, despite being drawn to complex women, ultimately finds solace and love in Mathilde's simple beauty and devoted care. Through a blend of letters and reflections, the story reveals Heine's appreciation for Mathilde's steadfastness, suggesting that true connection often transcends the barriers of intellect and social expectation, celebrating the enduring suitability of love in its most elemental form. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBiography
653 _aLove stories
653 _aHeine, Heinrich, 1797-1856
653 _aAuthors, German -- 19th century -- Biography
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3267
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