Walter Kaufmann

Twenty-Five German Poets: A Bilingual Collection

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ISBN 13:
9780393007718
author:
Walter Kaufmann
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Norton, W. W. & Company, Inc.
language:
English
Publication Year:
1976
Pages:
348
Dimensions:
127mm X 25mm
Genre:
European / German Poetry
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£20.85

Description

Spanning three centuries, this bilingual collection brings together twenty-five German poets, from Angelus Silesius to Brecht and Böll. The poems are arranged chronologically, with each poet's selections presented in the context of their own time.

The prefaces for each poet provide a framework for understanding the diverse attitudes towards death that run throughout the collection. By comparing the perspectives of different writers, readers can gain a deeper insight into the lives and experiences of these poets. The translations, made by Walter Kaufmann, aim to capture the distinctive tone of each poet's work.

The original German texts are printed on facing pages, allowing readers to appreciate the nuances of the language alongside the English translations. This collection offers a unique opportunity to explore German literature, intellectual history, and the themes that have shaped the country's poetic tradition.

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