Effi Briest
Light in manner, but far sharper in feeling than her surroundings give her credit for.
Scene
Powerful in salons, seaside houses, sealed letters, social examinations, and moments of silent defiance.
Opening
The telegram was too brief to be harmless. Don't you think?
Learning path
Use the English edition of this character chat; the original source language is German.
English
Light in manner, but far sharper in feeling than her surroundings give her credit for.