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Title: Galgenlieder nebst dem 'Gingganz'
Note: Reading ease score: 84.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Jana Srna and Norbert H. Langkau
Summary: "Galgenlieder nebst dem 'Gingganz'" by Christian Morgenstern is a collection of whimsical poems and verses written during the early 20th century. The book employs a playful use of language and humor, often mixing light-hearted themes with darker, absurdist undertones, reflecting the complexities of life in a tumultuous time. The collection showcases Morgenstern's talent for wordplay and his ability to blend the serious with the ridiculous in a captivating manner. The poems within "Galgenlieder nebst dem 'Gingganz'" touch on a variety of themes, often depicting eccentric characters such as a hanging man, a melancholic rabble of souls, whimsical animals, and surreal scenarios. The verses oscillate between lighthearted observations and profound meditations on existence, blending strange imagery with humor and satire. The 'Gingganz' section features absurd allegories that critique human nature and social norms, often delivered in a manner that encourages both laughter and reflection. Throughout the collection, Morgenstern's inventive use of language and rhythm invites readers to engage with the text playfully while pondering deeper philosophical questions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Morgenstern, Christian, 1871-1914
Illustrator: Walser, Karl, 1877-1943
EBook No.: 33541
Published: Aug 26, 2010
Downloads: 113
Language: German
Subject: German poetry -- 20th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Galgenlieder nebst dem 'Gingganz'
Note: Reading ease score: 84.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Jana Srna and Norbert H. Langkau
Summary: "Galgenlieder nebst dem 'Gingganz'" by Christian Morgenstern is a collection of whimsical poems and verses written during the early 20th century. The book employs a playful use of language and humor, often mixing light-hearted themes with darker, absurdist undertones, reflecting the complexities of life in a tumultuous time. The collection showcases Morgenstern's talent for wordplay and his ability to blend the serious with the ridiculous in a captivating manner. The poems within "Galgenlieder nebst dem 'Gingganz'" touch on a variety of themes, often depicting eccentric characters such as a hanging man, a melancholic rabble of souls, whimsical animals, and surreal scenarios. The verses oscillate between lighthearted observations and profound meditations on existence, blending strange imagery with humor and satire. The 'Gingganz' section features absurd allegories that critique human nature and social norms, often delivered in a manner that encourages both laughter and reflection. Throughout the collection, Morgenstern's inventive use of language and rhythm invites readers to engage with the text playfully while pondering deeper philosophical questions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Morgenstern, Christian, 1871-1914
Illustrator: Walser, Karl, 1877-1943
EBook No.: 33541
Published: Aug 26, 2010
Downloads: 113
Language: German
Subject: German poetry -- 20th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.