This well-preserved hardcover is in near fine condition. The pages are tight and appear unread, and the book is tight and square. The dust cover is in good condition, beige cloth boards, and green lettering on the spine of the book. Stella Termogen oder die Versuchungen der Jahre is a novel by Utta Danella, first published in 1960 by Franz Schneekluth Verlag. The story follows Stella Termogen, a young woman born between the two World Wars, who strives for a fulfilling life despite numerous hardships. She works as a mannequin for a prestigious Berlin fashion house and becomes a globetrotter, yet finds herself drifting further from the love of a man who could offer her a true home. Utta Danella, a prolific German author, was renowned for her melodramatic novels exploring complex human relationships and emotional landscapes. Stella Termogen oder die Versuchungen der Jahre remains one of her most celebrated works, highlighting her talent for crafting compelling, character-driven narratives.