Der Untertan by Heinrich Mann
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Mann, Heinrich, 1871-1950
German
"Der Untertan" by Heinrich Mann is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Diederich Heßling, a timid and fearful young boy whose experiences in a strict family environment reflect broader themes of authority, obedience, and the individual’s relationship with power. This exploration of Diederich's character suggests an ...
as a soft, imaginative child who both fears and idolizes his tyrannical father, creating a complex dynamic of love and fear. His childhood is marked by a deep fear of various authorities, including the school, where his dreaminess leads him to feign knowledge, while secretly grappling with his failures. As he navigates his environment, he displays an understanding of power dynamics among both adults and peers, often exerting his power in manipulative ways. This initial portrayal sets the stage for Diederich's later struggles with authority and his own identity, suggesting a deeper commentary on societal structures and the individual’s role within them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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