The Poems of Schiller — Second period by Friedrich Schiller
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| Author | Schiller, Friedrich, 1759-1805 |
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| Title | The Poems of Schiller — Second period |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen and David Widger |
| Summary | "The Poems of Schiller — Second period by Friedrich Schiller" is a collection of poetry written in the late 18th century to early 19th century. The book encompasses various themes, predominantly focusing on joy, nature, and the human experience. Through its lyrical verses, Schiller expresses profound philosophical reflections, exploring the moral struggles and emotional depths of humanity. The collection features notable pieces such as "Hymn to Joy," which celebrates universal brotherhood and the power of joy in connecting humankind, while "The Invincible Armada" contrasts notions of freedom and tyranny in historical context. Schiller's poetry often oscillates between exaltation and resignation, as seen in "Resignation," where the poet laments lost youth and joy. Overall, the poems engage with lofty ideals and the artist's role, urging readers to navigate their emotional landscapes with grace and introspection, while also critiquing social and political conditions of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 6795 |
| Release Date | Dec 8, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 216 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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