In a German Pension

In a German Pension

In a German Pension

In a German Pension

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Overview

In a German Pension captures the youthful views of esteemed writer, Katherine Mansfield, who jumpstarted her illustrious career with a series of remarkable short stories. It showcases her growth and scope as a formidable nineteenth century writer.

A captivating collection of short stories centering the cynical and superficial parts of human nature. In one instance, an expectant father frets over his surroundings, while his wife gives birth. Another tale highlights a society woman’s obsession with fashion and perception, while another woman is fixated on her husband’s stomach. Each story presents a satirical view of German people and culture from the early 1900s.

In a German Pension was a commercial success that quickly ran through multiple editions. It was an impressive starting point to an acclaimed career, filled with masterful modernist tales. This collection is a testament to Mansfield’s unique voice and storytelling ability.

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Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781513271200
Publisher: Mint Editions
Publication date: 02/01/2021
Series: Mint Editions (Short Story Collections and Anthologies)
Pages: 88
Product dimensions: 5.00(w) x 8.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Katherine Mansfield (1888–1923) was born into a wealthy family in Wellington, New Zealand. She received a formal education at Queen’s College in London where she began her literary career. She found regular work with the periodical Rhythm, later known as The Blue Review, before publishing her first book, In a German Pension in 1911. Over the next decade, Mansfield would gain critical acclaim for her masterful short stories, including “Bliss” and “The Garden Party.”

Table of Contents

Forewordvii
In a German Pension1
Germans at Meat3
The Baron8
The Sister of the Baroness13
Frau Fischer19
Frau Brechenmacher Attends a Wedding27
The Modern Soul35
At Lehmann's46
The Luft Bad55
A Birthday59
The Child-Who-Was-Tired71
The Advanced Lady81
The Swing of the Pendulum93
A Blaze106
Notes113
Biographical note115
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