"A Small Village in the Austrian Alps" is a book about some small village in the Alps—its possibilities and its realities. This exploration also opens up a view of universality: there are many villages in the Alps; I describe one, but it could just as well be any of the others, as they all share certain characteristics. I write about the landscape, the way of life, local customs, and practiced animal welfare. I have also sought to convey the significance of small villages for the overall economy and way of life.
This book is also available in German: https://www.grin.com/document/1579437 (Ein kleines Dorf in den österreichischen Alpen)
Table of Contents
- Preface
- Author
Objectives and Key Themes
This biographical non-fiction book aims to provide a subjective perspective on a small village in the Austrian Alps, exploring its potential for future development while focusing on cultural preservation and environmental protection. The author uses her personal experiences and observations to illustrate broader themes.
- Cultural Preservation in the Austrian Alps
- The Possibilities and Realities of Rural Life
- Environmental Protection and Sustainability
- Personal Reflections on Life in the Alps
- Universality of Rural Experiences
Chapter Summaries
Preface: This preface introduces the book as a reflection on the author's life and her desire to understand and contribute to the future of her homeland, a small village in the Austrian Alps. It explains the author's choice of "biographical non-fiction" as a genre, emphasizing her personal perspective while aiming for objectivity. The author's inspiration for the book stemmed from requests following the publication of her novel, "The Search for the Three Treasures," and a desire to address the lack of similar works focusing on Austrian Alpine villages. The decision to write about a generic Alpine village, rather than a specific one, stems from a concern about potential personal biases and a desire to highlight the commonalities shared by many such villages, illustrating the universality of their experiences.
Author: This chapter provides biographical information about Brigitte Prem, highlighting her academic background in German, English, and Romance studies, as well as her diverse professional experiences. It emphasizes her long career as a teacher and her involvement in various volunteer activities. Her current life as a retired resident of Salzburg province, along with her published works (children's books, a novel, short stories, and essays), are also mentioned. The chapter offers context to understand the author's perspective and her background in relation to the themes and observations presented in the book.
Keywords
Austrian Alps, rural life, cultural preservation, environmental protection, biographical non-fiction, personal perspective, village life, sustainability, possibilities and realities.
Frequently asked questions
What is the overall topic of the document?
The document is a language preview for a biographical non-fiction book about a small village in the Austrian Alps.
What is the book about?
The book provides a subjective perspective on a small village in the Austrian Alps, exploring its potential for future development while focusing on cultural preservation and environmental protection. The author uses personal experiences to illustrate broader themes.
What are the key themes explored in the book?
The key themes are: Cultural Preservation in the Austrian Alps, the Possibilities and Realities of Rural Life, Environmental Protection and Sustainability, Personal Reflections on Life in the Alps, and the Universality of Rural Experiences.
What is the preface of the book about?
The preface introduces the book as a reflection on the author's life and her desire to understand and contribute to the future of her homeland. It explains her choice of biographical non-fiction and the inspiration behind writing about a generic Alpine village.
What does the "Author" section cover?
The "Author" section provides biographical information about Brigitte Prem, including her academic background, professional experiences, and published works. This helps understand the author's perspective and background.
Who is the author of the book?
The author of the book is Brigitte Prem.
What are some keywords associated with the book?
Keywords include: Austrian Alps, rural life, cultural preservation, environmental protection, biographical non-fiction, personal perspective, village life, sustainability, possibilities and realities.
Does the author focus on one specific Alpine village?
No, the author focuses on a generic Alpine village to highlight the commonalities shared by many such villages and to illustrate the universality of their experiences.
What inspired the author to write this book?
The author was inspired by requests following the publication of her novel, "The Search for the Three Treasures," and a desire to address the lack of similar works focusing on Austrian Alpine villages.
- Quote paper
- Mag. Brigitte Prem (Author), 2025, A Small Village in the Austrian Alps, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1593164
