Introduction to German Poetry: A Dual-Language Book
Over 40 poems by Goethe, Schiller, Heine, Hölderlin, Brecht, and other masters. Full German text plus literal English translations on facing pages. Biographical and critical commentary on each poet. 34 portraits. Introduction.
Over 40 poems by Goethe, Schiller, Heine, Hölderlin, Brecht, and other masters. Full German text plus literal English translations on facing pages. Biographical and critical commentary on each poet. 34 portraits. Introduction.
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Format: paperback
ISBN:
9780486267135 (048626713X)
ASIN: 048626713X
Publish date: June 1st 1991
Publisher: Dover Publications
Pages no: 176
Edition language: English
I assume from the price and range of content that this collection is intended for students. It's suitable enough for that -- it presents a selection of most influential and well-known German poets, along with a brief, lucid description of each poet's major themes and circles. There is also an introd...