Authors: Dessauer, Ernst

In Modern Literature

By Abil Kile

"Herzensergießungen eines kunstliebenden Klosterbruders" by Wackenroder is a literary-historical investigation written in the late 18th century. This work reflects on the influence of Italian Renaissance art, especially focusing on the ideas and individualities of notable artists like Raffael and Francesco Francia. It embraces a romantic view of ar...

Authors: Kant, Immanuel, 1724-1804

In Social Commentary

By Abil Kile

"Was heißt: sich im Denken orientieren?" by Immanuel Kant is a philosophical treatise written in the late 18th century. This work delves into the nature of human reasoning, exploring how we orient ourselves in thought—particularly when navigating concepts that extend beyond empirical experience. Kant addresses the limitations and capabilities of hu...

Authors: Kant, Immanuel, 1724-1804

In Romance

By Abil Kile

"Über die Vulkane im Monde" by Immanuel Kant is a scientific publication written in the late 18th century. This work explores the nature and origin of the craters on the lunar surface, engaging with observations made by astronomers such as Sir William Herschel. The book presents Kant's analysis and theoretical perspectives on whether these lunar fo...

Authors: Hoffmann, E. T. A. (Ernst Theodor Amadeus), 1776-1822

In Social Commentary

By Abil Kile

"Lebensansichten des Katers Murr" by E. T. A. Hoffmann is a novel written in the early 19th century. The book mixes humor and philosophy through the unique perspective of Murr, a cat who narrates his experiences and thoughts on life, while also weaving in the fragmented biography of Johannes Kreisler, a character representing the struggles of an ar...

Authors: Würtenberger, Karl Friedrich, 1838-1911

In Modern Literature

By Abil Kile

"Elsbeth von Küssaberg, das Gotteli von St. Agnesen" by Karl Friedrich Würtenberger is an epic poem written in the late 19th century. The poem is set in a picturesque region near the Rhine, revolving around historic themes and characters, particularly focusing on Elsbeth, the daughter of Herr Heinz von Küssaberg, as well as the noble Junker Kuonrad...

Authors: Vischer, Melchior, 1895-1975

In War Literature

By Abil Kile

"Der Teemeister" by Melchior Vischer is a novel written in the early 20th century that explores themes of spirituality, art, and the essence of life through the lens of the Japanese tea ceremony. The book combines philosophical reflections with a narrative centered around the character of Rikyu, a renowned tea master, emphasizing the cultural signi...

Authors: Linguet, Simon Nicolas Henri, 1736-1794

In Romance

By Abil Kile

"Die Kakomonade" by Simon Nicolas Henri Linguet is a satirical novel written in the late 18th century. The text appears to explore themes of disease, human vice, and societal norms through the metaphor of a fictional affliction, the "Kakomonade," which seems to draw connections between personal indulgences and wider social consequences. The narrati...

Authors: George, Manfred, 1893-1965

In Social Commentary

By Abil Kile

"Der Rebell: Novelle" by Manfred George is a novella written in the early 20th century, reflecting the tumultuous period of World War I and its aftermath. The story explores themes of loss, disillusionment, and the quest for identity in a world that has been irrevocably changed by war. The narrative follows Robert Boor, a young man struggling to re...

Authors: Remizov, Aleksei, 1877-1957

In War Literature

By Abil Kile

"Prinzessin Mymra: Novellen und Träume" by Aleksei Remizov is a collection of novellas and dreams written in the early 20th century. This work captures the essence of Russian folklore and the complexities of human emotions, intertwined with surreal and dreamlike narratives. The collection revolves around various characters, including mysterious fig...