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The Hour Will Come: A Tale of an Alpine Cloister. Volumes I and II

By Wilhelmine von Hillern
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The narrative opens with a winter rescue on a high moor where cloistered brothers recover a snowbound woman and her newborn, then moves into life at an alpine hospice and its surrounding community. It portrays daily routines, internal tensions, and moral dilemmas within a mountain cloister, showing how devotion and human frailty shape choices and destinies. The harsh landscape functions as both setting and moral pressure, while episodes alternate between dramatic emergencies and quiet communal ritual. Central concerns are the balance of spiritual duty and earthly compassion and the ways communal bonds respond to private suffering.

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Wilhelmine von Hillern

Wilhelmine von Hillern was a German novelist and playwright known for her vivid storytelling and exploration of complex themes in her works. She gained prominence in the 19th century, particularly with her novel "The Vulture Maiden [Die Geier-Wally]," which reflects her interest in the struggles of women and the human condition. Her writing often intertwines romance with social commentary, as seen in titles like "On the Cross: A Romance of the Passion Play at Oberammergau" and "A Twofold Life." Von Hillern's contributions to literature provide insight into the cultural and societal issues of her time, making her a notable figure in German literary heritage.

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