The Genius of the German Lyric by August Closs
Originally published in 1938 and updated in 1962, this remains one of the few comprehensive studies of the German lyric in any language, ranging from the Middle Ages to the 1960s. By the use of detailed critical analysis the book interprets the essence of German lyric poetry and includes a study of the phases of German literature in the first half of the 20th Century.‘This book is, and will remain, an outstanding achievement…’ Contemporary Review
‘The first comprehensive study of the German Lyric to be published in any languageIt is an important contribution to the literature of its field and should be in every college library.’ Modern Language Journal
‘This is a pioneer book…’ Anglo-German Review
August Closs was Head of the German Department at the University of Bristol.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780367820374 |
| ISBN 10 | 0367820374 |
| Title | The Genius of the German Lyric |
| Author | August Closs |
| Series | Routledge Library Editions: German Literature |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Routledge |
| Year published | 2021-12-31 |
| Number of pages | 494 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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