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Thomas Mann’s first novel, published in 1901, chronicles the fortunes of the affluent Buddenbrook family over four generations in the Hanseatic city of Lübeck. The narrative spans the social and economic transformations of 19th‑century Germany, offering a detailed portrait of bourgeois life and the gradual decline of a once-prosperous dynasty. Widely regarded as a cornerstone of German literature, the work provides insight into family dynamics, social mobility, and the broader cultural context of its era.
First publish date: 1909
Genre: History/Modern History
Authors: Thomas Mann
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