Publisher's Synopsis
""A Brief History of German Literature"" is a book written by George Madison Priest that provides an overview of German literature from its earliest beginnings to the modern era. The book is based on the work of German literary historian Gotthold Klee and his seminal work ""Grundzuge Der Deutschen Literaturgeschichte."" The book is divided into chapters that cover various periods and movements in German literature, including the Middle Ages, the Enlightenment, Romanticism, Realism, and Expressionism. Each chapter provides an overview of the key writers, works, and themes of the period, as well as the historical and cultural context in which they emerged.The book also includes a discussion of the role of German literature in shaping German culture and identity, as well as its influence on the wider world of literature. It explores the ways in which German literature has been shaped by historical events, such as the Reformation, the Thirty Years' War, and World War II, and how it has responded to social and political changes over time.Overall, ""A Brief History of German Literature"" provides a comprehensive and engaging overview of one of the world's richest literary traditions, making it an essential read for anyone interested in German culture, history, or literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
