The Prose Writings of Heinrich Heine by Heinrich Heine

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Author Heine, Heinrich, 1797-1856
Editor Ellis, Havelock, 1859-1939
LoC No. 02029383
Title The Prose Writings of Heinrich Heine
Note Reading ease score: 61.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents Reisebilder: Ideas, or The book Le Grand. Last words -- English fragments: London. Wellington. The liberation. Jan Steen. [From Memoirn des herrn von Schnabelwopski] -- The romantic school -- Religion and philosophy in Germany -- Florentine nights -- Don Quixote -- Gods in exile -- Confessions.
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Summary "The Prose Writings of Heinrich Heine" by Heinrich Heine is a collection of essays and prose pieces written in the mid-19th century. This work showcases Heine's sharp wit, philosophical musings, and poignant observations on society, blending humor with a critical view of politics, culture, and love. Heine's distinctive voice, combining elements of classicism and romanticism, characterizes his exploration of human experience, making this collection relevant in both its historical context and for contemporary readers interested in philosophical and social commentary. The beginning of this collection introduces Heine as a complex and passionate figure, reflecting on the influences of his time while contemplating broader themes of freedom, creativity, and the human spirit. Heine uses a mix of personal anecdotes, historical references, and imagined conversations to illustrate his thoughts, particularly a tragic play about unrequited love that haunts him. This sets the stage for the ensuing essays, where he employs storytelling to dissect societal norms and confront existential questions, revealing his struggle with identity and belonging. Through this opening, readers are invited into Heine's tumultuous world, marked by conflicting desires and deep intellectual curiosity, laying the groundwork for a diverse exploration of subjects that resonate with the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Heine, Heinrich, 1797-1856 -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 37478
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Sep 20, 2011
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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