Deutsche Literaturgeschichte in einer Stunde by Alfred Henschke
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| Author | Henschke, Alfred, 1890-1928 |
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| Title |
Deutsche Literaturgeschichte in einer Stunde Von den ältesten Zeiten bis zur Gegenwart |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Deutsche Literaturgeschichte in einer Stunde" by Alfred Henschke is a literary history written in the early 20th century. This work aims to provide a concise and vivid representation of German poetry, tracing its roots from ancient times to the contemporary era. The author emphasizes the cultural significance of literature in reflecting the unique characteristics of a people through their language. The opening of the book introduces the theme of German literary evolution, using the metaphor of a tree to symbolize the growth of German poetry, which is deeply rooted in the German soil. It discusses the profound emotions that inspire poetry, starting from primal expressions of love and longing to the complexities of human experiences reflected in various epochs. Henschke highlights early examples of German literature, such as the "Nibelungenlied" and the "Wessobrunner Gebet," connecting these works to their cultural and historical contexts, and illustrating the journey of German literature through different themes, styles, and influences over the centuries. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | German literature -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22517 |
| Release Date | Sep 5, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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