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Toller, Ernst
1893
1939
Toller, E. (Ernst)
Gedichte der Gefangenen: Ein Sonettenkreis (Nr. 44)
Schlaflose Nacht -- Durchsuchung und Fesselung -- Wälder -- Spaziergang der Sträflinge -- Begegnung in der Zelle -- Lied der Einsamkeit -- Gefangene Mädchen -- Fabrikschornsteine am Vormorgen -- Die Mauer der Erschossenen -- Der Gefangene und der Tod -- Pfade zur Welt -- Schwangeres Mädchen auf dem Gefängnishof -- Dämmerung -- Nächte -- Verweilen um Mitternacht -- November -- Ein Gefangener reicht dem Tod die Hand -- Besucher -- Gemeinsame Haft -- Entlassene Sträflinge -- Unser Weg.
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"Gedichte der Gefangenen: Ein Sonettenkreis (Nr. 44)" by Ernst Toller is a collection of poignant sonnets written during the early 20th century, specifically between 1918 and 1921. This book encapsulates the profound and often harrowing experiences of imprisonment, reflecting both personal suffering and broader societal struggles. The thematic focus revolves around the pain of confinement, the longing for freedom, and the collective grief of those who suffer under oppressive regimes. The content of the collection conveys the emotional and physical trials faced by prisoners, with Toller using vivid language to illustrate their despair and yearning for liberation. Each poem serves as a voice for the unnamed victims of tyranny, exploring themes of loneliness, resistance, and the connection between human beings despite their captivity. Through powerful imagery, Toller evokes the stark contrasts between the beauty of the outside world and the bleakness of prison life, while also recognizing the strength found in unity and shared suffering. The poems resonate as a tribute to the indomitable human spirit in the face of repression, making the collection a timeless reflection on the struggle for freedom and dignity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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World War, 1914-1918 -- Poetry
German poetry -- 20th century
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