About the book: 1999 / Novel by the classic of Austrian literature Adalbert Stifter (1805–1868) "Indian Summer" is not just a realistic story of one fate. The reality here is inspired by the author’s dream about the harmonious relationships of people with each other and with nature, about the paramount importance for man of the arts and sciences. Nowadays, this book is read with particular interest, which is created by the contrast between instability, confusion in the minds and the atmosphere of a sustainable way of life, quiet work, goodwill and harmony.