Émile Verhaeren by Stefan Zweig
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About this eBook
| Author | Zweig, Stefan, 1881-1942 |
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| Translator | Bithell, Jethro, 1878-1962 |
| Title | Émile Verhaeren |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Marc D'Hooghe |
| Summary | "Émile Verhaeren" by Stefan Zweig is a literary biography written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the life and significance of the Belgian poet Émile Verhaeren, exploring his contributions to modern poetry and his embodiment of contemporary ideals and emotions. Zweig seeks to elucidate Verhaeren's impact on literature, emphasizing the profound transformation he brought to the understanding of life's beauty and complexity in the context of societal change. At the start of this biography, the author provides a preface that highlights Verhaeren's growing reputation, particularly in non-French speaking regions, and positions him as a significant figure of the avant-garde movement, sometimes misconstrued through the lens of futurism. The opening chapters articulate the author's admiration for Verhaeren, noting how his poetry reflects the tumult and dynamism of modern life. Zweig paints a vivid picture of Verhaeren's poetic themes, characterized by a rich engagement with the landscapes of his native Belgium and a focus on the struggles between nature, industry, and society, establishing the groundwork for a deeper exploration of his work throughout the volume. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Verhaeren, Emile, 1855-1916 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 35387 |
| Release Date | Feb 24, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Mar 19, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 188 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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