Heinrich V. Kleist: Robert Guiskard (1908)

By Ernst Kaper

Book Overview

Heinrich V. Kleist: Robert Guiskard (1908) is a book written by Ernst Kaper that provides a comprehensive analysis of the play Robert Guiskard by German author Heinrich von Kleist. The play is set in medieval Italy and follows the story of Robert Guiskard, a Norman adventurer who rises to power and becomes the Duke of Apulia. The book delves into the themes of power, love, and betrayal that are explored in the play, as well as the historical context in which it was written. Kaper provides a detailed examination of Kleist's writing style and the symbolism used throughout the play. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in German literature, theater, or medieval history.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: 1436868130
• ISBN13: 9781436868136
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 180 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.3" x 11.0"