Beyond Atonement (1892)

Beyond Atonement is a novel written by Marie Von Ebner-Eschenbach and published in 1892. The story revolves around the lives of two sisters, Ottilie and Christine, who are very different from each other in terms of their personalities and outlook towards life. Ottilie is a pious and religious person, while Christine is more pragmatic and worldly-wise. The novel explores the themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the power of love.The story begins with the death of Ottilie's husband, who was a well-respected and wealthy man. Ottilie is left to deal with the aftermath of his death, including the care of their two children. Christine, on the other hand, is living a carefree life, enjoying the pleasures of society and indulging in her own desires. However, their lives are soon intertwined when Christine becomes involved in a scandalous affair with a married man.As the story progresses, the sisters' lives take unexpected turns, and they are forced to confront their own beliefs and values. Ottilie is faced with the challenge of forgiving her sister for her transgressions, while Christine must come to terms with the consequences of her actions. Through their struggles, both sisters learn important lessons about love, forgiveness, and the importance of family.Beyond Atonement is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the struggles we all face in our quest for redemption. With its vivid characters and richly drawn settings, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the depths of the human experience.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.