Like the later volumes in the series, it explores a woman's struggle for independence and creative fulfillment in a time when women were still barred from university education.
is a multi-generational saga that spans several decades. The subsequent volumes follow Paula’s descendants: Paulas Liebe (2021) Ulrike Renk Eine Familie In Berlin 01 Paula...
is the first volume of the Eine Familie in Berlin saga by best-selling author Ulrike Renk , published in 2021 by Aufbau Verlag . This biographical novel blends historical facts with fictional elements to tell the story of the Jewish artist and writer Paula Dehmel (née Oppenheimer) in late 19th-century Berlin. Plot Summary Like the later volumes in the series, it
Readers gain insights into life in a liberal Jewish household and the bohemian lifestyle of 19th-century Berlin. Series Overview The story begins in , following 15-year-old Paula,
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The novel is based on the real life of Paula Dehmel and incorporates historical documents, including actual letters and poems from the period.
The story begins in , following 15-year-old Paula, the eldest daughter of Rabbi Julius Oppenheimer. Because her family struggles financially, she leaves her sheltered home to live as a companion for her wealthy, childless Tante Auguste , who introduces her to the vibrant Berlin art and literary scene.