Novel I

Dancing on the Tightrope of Reality

Hermann opens an inherited hall to the village. Her daughter Julia returns with work and wishes of her own. Chairs, notices, a coat, and the consequences of Schattendorf bring a troubled household into public life.

The house opens

The Prelude, three novels, and Postlude form the literary work. Begin with the Prelude for the complete reading sequence, or try fifty pages of Novel I before committing to the whole. The guides can wait until you want to return.

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