Felix Lanzberg's Expiation

Felix Lanzberg's Expiation, likely written in the late 19th century by Ossip Schubin, follows Felix Lanzberg as he confronts his troubled past while preparing for his marriage to Linda Harfink, a woman from a socially ambitious family. Set against the backdrop of Vienna, the novel explores themes of love, societal expectations, and personal redemption through a cast of characters navigating the complexities of social judgment. The story begins at a social gathering in Franzensbad, where the dynamics of reputation and romance are intricately woven into the narrative.