Teja (1906)

Teja is a novel written by Hermann Sudermann and published in 1906. The story is set in the early Middle Ages and follows the life of Teja, a young warrior who is determined to become the leader of his people. Teja is a member of the Goths, a Germanic tribe that is constantly at war with the Roman Empire. As Teja rises through the ranks of the Gothic army, he becomes increasingly disillusioned with the violence and brutality of war. Throughout the novel, Teja struggles to reconcile his desire for power and glory with his growing sense of morality and compassion. He falls in love with a Roman woman named Aurelia, which complicates his allegiances even further. As the Gothic and Roman armies clash in a final battle, Teja must decide where his loyalties lie and what kind of leader he wants to be. Sudermann's Teja is a complex and nuanced character, grappling with questions of morality, power, and identity. The novel is also a vivid depiction of life in the early Middle Ages, with detailed descriptions of battles, political intrigue, and everyday life. Overall, Teja is a thought-provoking and engaging read for anyone interested in historical fiction or the human condition.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.