Hlderlin, Friedrich
Essays and Letters (Penguin Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140447088
- author:
- Hlderlin, Friedrich
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 480
- Dimensions:
- 19.4 x 12.8 x 2.8 cm
- Genre:
- Literary Theory
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
This collection of letters and essays offers a unique insight into the life and thoughts of one of Germany's greatest poets. Through his correspondence with fellow writers and family members, Friedrich Hölderlin reveals his deep preoccupations with the nature of existence, art, and the human spirit.
These works provide a poignant glimpse into Hölderlin's inner world, where he grapples with the complexities of creativity, relationships, and personal struggle. From his passionate letters to loved ones to his thoughtful musings on the role of the writer, this selection offers a rich and nuanced portrait of a complex and deeply feeling individual.
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