The Silent Mill (1919)

The Silent Mill is a novel written by Hermann Sudermann and published in 1919. The story revolves around the character of Johann, a miller who lives in a small village in Germany. Johann is a hardworking and honest man, but he is also very quiet and reserved, which makes him somewhat of an outcast in the community.One day, a wealthy landowner named Baron von Gondremark comes to the village and takes an interest in Johann's mill. He offers to buy it from Johann, but Johann refuses, as the mill has been in his family for generations. However, the Baron is determined to acquire the mill, and he begins to use his wealth and influence to pressure Johann into selling.As the pressure mounts, Johann becomes increasingly isolated and withdrawn, and his wife and children begin to worry about him. Eventually, Johann's mental and emotional state deteriorates to the point where he becomes completely silent, refusing to speak to anyone.The Silent Mill explores themes of power, wealth, and the impact they can have on individuals and communities. It also delves into the psychological effects of isolation and the toll it can take on a person's mental health. Sudermann's writing is known for its realism and attention to detail, and The Silent Mill is no exception, offering a vivid portrait of life in a small German village at the turn of the 20th 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.