Gems Of German Poetry (1865)

By Janetta Manners

Book Overview

Gems of German Poetry is a collection of poems translated into English by Janetta Manners and published in 1865. The book features works from some of Germany's most renowned poets, including Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Friedrich Schiller, Heinrich Heine, and Johann Gottfried Herder. The poems cover a range of themes, from love and nature to politics and society. Manners' translations aim to capture the essence and beauty of the original German works while making them accessible to an English-speaking audience. The book includes an introduction by Manners, providing context and background information on the poets and their works. Gems of German Poetry is a valuable resource for anyone interested in German literature and poetry, as well as those looking to explore the beauty and complexity of the German language.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: 1120286239
• ISBN13: 9781120286239
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"