The Vision of Emma Blau
The Vision of Emma Blau
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Germany • 20th Century
2001
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Vision of Emma Blau by Ursula Hegi explores the multi-generational saga of a German-American family through the lens of protagonist Emma Blau. Set mainly in a lakeside community, the narrative intertwines themes of immigration, identity, and belonging, showcasing the family's journey from the 19th-century German village to contemporary America.
Contemplative
Emotional
Melancholic
Mysterious
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Vision of Emma Blau by Ursula Hegi offers a richly detailed multigenerational saga, impressing with its intricate narrative and strong character development. Readers praise the evocative depiction of immigrant experiences. However, some find its pacing uneven and narrative transitions abrupt. Overall, it is admired for its emotional depth and historical backdrop.
Who Should Read The Vision of Emma Blau?
Readers who appreciate exploring themes of immigration, family saga, and belonging in multi-generational narratives, much like those in Isabel Allende's The House of the Spirits and Khaled Hosseini's The Kite Runner, will enjoy Ursula Hegi's The Vision of Emma Blau. The novel intricately weaves personal and historical developments.
3,202 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Germany • 20th Century
2001
Adult
18+ years
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