Karl Lebrecht Immermann: A Study In German Romanticism

By Allen Wilson Porterfield

Book Overview

Karl Lebrecht Immermann: A Study in German Romanticism is a comprehensive analysis of the life and works of the German writer Karl Lebrecht Immermann. Written by Allen Wilson Porterfield, the book explores Immermann's contributions to the Romantic literary movement in Germany, as well as his personal and professional struggles.The book begins with a biographical overview of Immermann's life, including his upbringing, education, and early literary career. It then delves into Immermann's major works, including his novels, plays, and poetry, analyzing their themes, style, and literary significance.Throughout the book, Porterfield situates Immermann's work within the broader context of German Romanticism, discussing the movement's key themes and concerns and showing how Immermann's writing both reflected and challenged these ideas. He also examines Immermann's engagement with contemporary political and social issues, including his opposition to censorship and his support for liberal reforms.Overall, Karl Lebrecht Immermann: A Study in German Romanticism offers a rich and nuanced portrait of one of the most important writers of the German Romantic period, shedding new light on his life, work, and cultural significance.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: 1428657320
• ISBN13: 9781428657328
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"