Martin Opitz, Teutsche Poemata [German]

By Georg Witkowski and Martin Opitz

Martin Opitz, Teutsche Poemata is a seminal collection of poetry by Martin Opitz, a towering figure of German literature during the Baroque era. This edition, carefully prepared and introduced by Georg Witkowski, offers readers a comprehensive view of Opitz's poetic achievements and his profound impact on the development of German verse. Opitz's work is celebrated for its formal rigor, its embrace of classical models, and its articulation of the principles of clarity and order that would come to define the German Baroque style. The collection showcases Opitz's mastery of various poetic forms, from odes and sonnets to elegies and didactic poems. Witkowski's introduction provides valuable context, exploring Opitz's life, his literary theories, and the historical significance of his work. This volume is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of German literature, the poetics of the Baroque, and the enduring legacy of Martin Opitz.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: German
• ISBN: 1023807858
• ISBN13: 9781023807852
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Hutson Street Press
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"