The Life of Friedrich Schiller

von Thomas Carlyle

176 Seiten, Taschenbuch, ab 12 Jahre

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The biography begins with an examination of Schiller's early life, detailing his birth in 1759 in Marbach, Germany, and his upbringing in a military family. Carlyle describes Schiller's education and early struggles as he navigated the rigid structures of a military academy, where he first discovered his passion for literature and drama. This foundational period shaped Schiller's worldview, instilling in him a strong desire for artistic freedom and a commitment to exploring themes of individualism and human rights in his later works.As the narrative progresses, Carlyle highlights Schiller's literary accomplishments, including his major plays such as The Robbers, Mary Stuart, and William Tell, along with his poetry and philosophical essays. The biography emphasizes Schiller's profound impact on German literature and thought, particularly his exploration of the complexities of human nature and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals. Carlyle draws connections between Schiller's life experiences and the themes present in his works, illustrating how the author's struggles with identity, freedom, and societal constraints informed his creative output.

• Themen: Belletristik Allgemein, nicht nach Genre
• ISBN: 9789363605541
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 31.10.2024
• Größe: 215 x 139 mm
• Verlag: Zinc Read
• Empf. Lesealter: ab 12 Jahre