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2010-11-30
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Neilson, William Allan
1869
1946
Neilson, W. A. (William Allan)
Fontane, Theodor
1819
1898
Fontane, Henri Théodore
Fontane, Teodor
Fontane, Henri Theodore
Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von
1749
1832
Von Goethe, Johann Wolfgang
Goethe, J. W. (Johann Wolfgang)
Goethe, Juan Wolfgango
Keller, Gottfried
1819
1890
Keller, Gotfryd
Storm, Theodor
1817
1888
Storm, Hans Theodor Woldsen
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German Fiction
The Harvard Classics Shelf of Fiction
Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by Google Books
"German Fiction" by Fontane, Goethe, Keller, and Storm is a collection of selected works from notable German authors written in the late 19th century. The compilation includes significant literary contributions from luminaries such as Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Gottfried Keller, Theodor Storm, and Theodor Fontane, exploring complex themes of life, emotion, and character development within the context of German culture. The book likely delves into the internal struggles and nuanced experiences of its protagonists, inviting readers to reflect on deeper issues of existence and sentiment. The opening of the book presents a scholarly overview that examines the German novel's evolution and its intersections with international literature. It highlights the unique psychological depth characteristic of German literature, focusing on the internal emotional landscapes of characters more than on external action. Addressing the reader directly, it posits that German fiction often prefers psychological exploration over sensational narratives, appealing to those who appreciate intricate character studies and subtle developments over traditional plot-driven storytelling. The examination serves as a thoughtful introduction to the selected works, preparing readers for the emotional and intellectual depth they can expect from the writers featured in this anthology. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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German fiction -- Translations into English
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