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Title: The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 12

Note: Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Contents: The Life of Gustav Freytag. By Ernest F. Henderson
FREYTAG: The Journalists.
Doctor Luther.
Frederick the Great.
The Life of Theodor Fontane. By William A. Cooper
FONTANE: Effi Briest.
Extracts from "My Childhood Days."
Sir Ribbeck of Ribbeck.
The Bridge by the Tay.

Credits: Produced by Stan Goodman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Summary: "The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 12" by Francke et al. is a scholarly collection that showcases masterpieces of German literature, likely compiled during the early 20th century. This volume features works by notable authors Gustav Freytag and Theodor Fontane, offering readers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of German literary realism through selected texts and biographical sketches, making it a valuable resource for both students and general readers interested in the cultural heritage of Germany. The opening of this volume primarily introduces Gustav Freytag and discusses his literary contributions, including significant works such as the comedy "The Journalists" and the novel "Debit and Credit." It highlights Freytag's distinctive narrative style, his satirical approach to contemporary issues, and the themes of economic morality and the dignity of labor present in his works. The text hints at Freytag's comparative literary stature, particularly when placed alongside contemporary English authors like Charles Dickens, encapsulating his nuanced humor and commitment to crafting characters that reflect social realities. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Freytag's significance within the broader context of 19th-century German literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contributor: Fontane, Theodor, 1819-1898

Contributor: Freytag, Gustav, 1816-1895

Editor: Francke, Kuno, 1855-1930

Editor: Howard, William Guild, 1868-1960

EBook No.: 14470

Published: Dec 26, 2004

Downloads: 119

Language: English

Subject: German literature -- 19th century -- Translations into English

Subject: German literature -- 20th century -- Translations into English

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 12

Note: Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Contents: The Life of Gustav Freytag. By Ernest F. Henderson
FREYTAG: The Journalists.
Doctor Luther.
Frederick the Great.
The Life of Theodor Fontane. By William A. Cooper
FONTANE: Effi Briest.
Extracts from "My Childhood Days."
Sir Ribbeck of Ribbeck.
The Bridge by the Tay.

Credits: Produced by Stan Goodman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Summary: "The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 12" by Francke et al. is a scholarly collection that showcases masterpieces of German literature, likely compiled during the early 20th century. This volume features works by notable authors Gustav Freytag and Theodor Fontane, offering readers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of German literary realism through selected texts and biographical sketches, making it a valuable resource for both students and general readers interested in the cultural heritage of Germany. The opening of this volume primarily introduces Gustav Freytag and discusses his literary contributions, including significant works such as the comedy "The Journalists" and the novel "Debit and Credit." It highlights Freytag's distinctive narrative style, his satirical approach to contemporary issues, and the themes of economic morality and the dignity of labor present in his works. The text hints at Freytag's comparative literary stature, particularly when placed alongside contemporary English authors like Charles Dickens, encapsulating his nuanced humor and commitment to crafting characters that reflect social realities. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Freytag's significance within the broader context of 19th-century German literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contributor: Fontane, Theodor, 1819-1898

Contributor: Freytag, Gustav, 1816-1895

Editor: Francke, Kuno, 1855-1930

Editor: Howard, William Guild, 1868-1960

EBook No.: 14470

Published: Dec 26, 2004

Downloads: 119

Language: English

Subject: German literature -- 19th century -- Translations into English

Subject: German literature -- 20th century -- Translations into English

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.