| Author |
Hoffmann, E. T. A. (Ernst Theodor Amadeus), 1776-1822 |
| Title |
Lebensansichten des Katers Murr
nebst fragmentarischer Biographie des Kapellmeisters Johannes Kreisler in zufälligen Makulaturblättern
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Norbert H. Langkau, Carlos Valiente, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net)
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| Summary |
"Lebensansichten des Katers Murr" by E. T. A. Hoffmann is a novel written in the early 19th century. The book mixes humor and philosophy through the unique perspective of Murr, a cat who narrates his experiences and thoughts on life, while also weaving in the fragmented biography of Johannes Kreisler, a character representing the struggles of an artist. This dual narrative suggests a rich exploration of the themes of identity, creativity, and the absurdities of life. At the start of the story, we are introduced to Murr, who expresses a deep appreciation for life and its simple pleasures. He reflects on his own origins—his birth, early experiences, and development into a conscious being. Murr details his whimsical thoughts on the nature of existence and the human condition, presenting a satirical view of mankind's self-importance. As he navigates his memories, the cat humorously critiques human behaviors, pondering topics like reason versus instinct, and the intricacies of his relationship with his human companions, foreshadowing a blend of commentary on both animal and human experiences throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Cats -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Conductors (Music) -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
38780 |
| Release Date |
Feb 6, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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