German Culture: Past And Present (1915)

By Ernest Belfort Bax

Book Overview

""German Culture: Past and Present"" is a book written by Ernest Belfort Bax in 1915. The book provides a comprehensive overview of German culture, covering its history, literature, philosophy, art, and music. Bax explores the roots of German culture, tracing its development from the ancient Germanic tribes to the modern era. He also examines the influence of Christianity, the Reformation, and the Enlightenment on German culture. The book delves into the works of famous German philosophers such as Kant, Hegel, and Nietzsche, as well as the contributions of German artists like Goethe, Schiller, and Wagner. Bax also provides a critical analysis of the political and social conditions of Germany at the time the book was written, including the rise of nationalism and militarism. Overall, ""German Culture: Past and Present"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the rich cultural heritage of Germany.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: 1436857899
• ISBN13: 9781436857895
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"