The Poems of Schiller — Second period by Friedrich Schiller
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"The Poems of Schiller — Second period by Friedrich Schiller" is a collection of poetry written in the late 18th century to early 19th century. The book encompasses various themes, predominantly focusing on joy, nature, and the human experience. Through its lyrical verses, Schiller expresses profound philosophical reflections, exploring the moral struggles and emotional depths of humanity. The collection features notable pieces such as "Hymn to Joy," which celebrates universal brotherhood and
the power of joy in connecting humankind, while "The Invincible Armada" contrasts notions of freedom and tyranny in historical context. Schiller's poetry often oscillates between exaltation and resignation, as seen in "Resignation," where the poet laments lost youth and joy. Overall, the poems engage with lofty ideals and the artist's role, urging readers to navigate their emotional landscapes with grace and introspection, while also critiquing social and political conditions of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Schiller, Friedrich, 1759-1805 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Poems of Schiller — Second period |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 6795 |
| Release Date | Dec 8, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 691 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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