Oden by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing
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"Oden" by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing is a collection of lyrical poems written during the 18th century. This work expresses themes of friendship, love, loss, and the passage of time, reflecting the emotional landscape of human experiences. Lessing, an influential figure of the Enlightenment, is known for his role in German literature and philosophy, and this collection adds to his legacy through its exploration of personal and societal sentiments. The collection features various
poems that delve into personal reflections, celebrating friendships while mourning loss. For instance, in "Abschied eines Freundes," Lessing poignantly expresses the pain of parting from a dear friend, emphasizing that true emotional connections transcend physical separation. Other pieces, like "Ode auf den Tod des Marschalls von Schwerin," blend elements of admiration and grief for heroes of war, illustrating the complexity of human emotions tied to heroism and mortality. Overall, Lessing's "Oden" serves as a contemplative journey through heartfelt expressions of affection and lamentation, appealing to readers who appreciate the depth of personal and communal experiences articulated through poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Lessing, Gotthold Ephraim, 1729-1781 |
|---|---|
| Title | Oden |
| Contents |
Abschied eines Freundes An Herr Gleim An den Herrn N** An seinen Bruder Auf eine vornehme Vermählung Der 24ste Jenner in Berlin Der Eintritt des 1752sten Jahres Der Eintritt des Jahres 1753 in Berlin Der Eintritt des Jahres 1754 in Berlin Der Eintritt des Jahres 1755 in Berlin Der Tod eines Freundes Ode auf den Tod des Marschalls von Schwerin, an den H. von Kleist Orpheus |
| Credits | Produced by Delphine Lettau and Gutenberg Project-DE |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | German poetry -- 18th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 6831 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 2, 2014 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 279 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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