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Title: Die Last
Note: Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents: Epilog zu den Briefen an einen Toten -- Ausblick -- Zum Aufruf an die Frauen -- Letzte Folgerungen -- Freiheit, Gleichheit und Brüderlichkeit -- Wiederholungen -- Schlusswort.
Credits: Produced by Jens Sadowski
Summary: "Die Last" by Annette Kolb is a philosophical treatise written in the early 20th century, specifically during the tumultuous post-World War I period. This work engages deeply with themes of societal structure, morality, and human nature, reflecting the author's contemplation on the meaning of conflict and the state of humanity following a great war. It delves into the pressures and burdens borne by individuals and societies, questioning the repercussions of human actions and the potential for a better future. In the book, Kolb articulates her views on the profound transformations wrought by war, arguing that it exposes both the best and worst in humanity. Central to her discourse is the idea that human societies are fraught with a blend of higher and lower instincts, which often dictate the course of history. She contemplates the nature of power and morality, advocating for a new understanding of societal hierarchies that recognizes inherent inequalities while striving for a more just world. The text is characterized by a call to unity among the enlightened individuals of society to forge a path forward, laying out the necessity for moral courage and collaborative action in the face of societal decay. Through her incisive prose, Kolb invites readers to reflect on their roles in shaping a more equitable future amidst the chaos left by war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kolb, Annette, 1870-1967
EBook No.: 44258
Published: Nov 23, 2013
Downloads: 35
Language: German
Subject: German essays -- 20th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Die Last
Note: Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents: Epilog zu den Briefen an einen Toten -- Ausblick -- Zum Aufruf an die Frauen -- Letzte Folgerungen -- Freiheit, Gleichheit und Brüderlichkeit -- Wiederholungen -- Schlusswort.
Credits: Produced by Jens Sadowski
Summary: "Die Last" by Annette Kolb is a philosophical treatise written in the early 20th century, specifically during the tumultuous post-World War I period. This work engages deeply with themes of societal structure, morality, and human nature, reflecting the author's contemplation on the meaning of conflict and the state of humanity following a great war. It delves into the pressures and burdens borne by individuals and societies, questioning the repercussions of human actions and the potential for a better future. In the book, Kolb articulates her views on the profound transformations wrought by war, arguing that it exposes both the best and worst in humanity. Central to her discourse is the idea that human societies are fraught with a blend of higher and lower instincts, which often dictate the course of history. She contemplates the nature of power and morality, advocating for a new understanding of societal hierarchies that recognizes inherent inequalities while striving for a more just world. The text is characterized by a call to unity among the enlightened individuals of society to forge a path forward, laying out the necessity for moral courage and collaborative action in the face of societal decay. Through her incisive prose, Kolb invites readers to reflect on their roles in shaping a more equitable future amidst the chaos left by war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kolb, Annette, 1870-1967
EBook No.: 44258
Published: Nov 23, 2013
Downloads: 35
Language: German
Subject: German essays -- 20th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.