Lessing's Emilia Galotti: With an Introduction and Notes (1895)

By Gotthold Ephraim Lessing and Max (ed.) Lessing, G. E.; Winkler

Book Overview

Lessing's Emilia Galotti: With An Introduction And Notes (1895) is a book that provides an in-depth analysis of the play Emilia Galotti written by German writer Gotthold Ephraim Lessing in 1772. The book includes an introduction that provides a brief biography of Lessing and discusses the historical and cultural context of the play. It also includes notes that provide explanations of the language, themes, and motifs used in the play.Emilia Galotti is a tragedy that tells the story of a young woman who is forced to marry a man she does not love in order to save her father's life. The play explores themes of power, corruption, and the struggle for freedom in a society that is dominated by aristocracy. The book provides a detailed analysis of the characters, plot, and themes of the play, as well as an examination of its historical and cultural significance.Overall, Lessing's Emilia Galotti: With An Introduction And Notes (1895) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the works of Gotthold Ephraim Lessing, German literature, or the history of European theatre. It provides a comprehensive analysis of one of Lessing's most important plays, and offers insights into the cultural and social context in which it was written.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436834376
• ISBN13: 9781436834377
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"