The Three Comrades (1907)

The Three Comrades is a novel written by Gustav Frenssen and first published in 1907. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the lives of three young men, Johannes, Peter, and Stephan, who are friends and comrades. They come from different backgrounds, with Johannes being a farmer's son, Peter a sailor's son, and Stephan the son of a wealthy merchant.The novel explores themes of friendship, love, and the struggle for personal and social freedom. The three comrades are idealistic and passionate, and they dream of a better world where people are free to pursue their own happiness. They are also deeply committed to each other, and their bond is tested as they face various challenges and obstacles.The story takes place in Germany, and the novel is known for its vivid descriptions of the landscape and the rural way of life. The characters are also well-drawn, with each of the three comrades having their own distinct personalities and motivations.Overall, The Three Comrades is a powerful and moving novel that explores the human condition and the struggle for freedom and happiness. It is a classic of German literature and has been widely read and admired for over a century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.