Die Höhe des Gefühls: Ein Akt by Max Brod

"Die Höhe des Gefühls: Ein Akt" by Max Brod is a dramatic play written during the early 20th century. This engaging work explores themes of love and artistic ambition, principally focusing on the emotional journey of the protagonist, Orosmin, as he navigates his feelings and relationships within a bustling social scene. Set in a tavern atmosphere, the play captures the vibrancy of life in a city while delving into deeper existential musings surrounding love and the purpose of art. The narrative revolves around Orosmin, a young artist deeply infatuated with a maiden named Marie, as he reflects on the joys and complexities of love. His conversations with the tavern’s guests, particularly a publican and his daughter, reveal a blend of humor, whimsy, and profound philosophical insights. Orosmin experiences a transformative moment of happiness and acceptance that coincides with an invitation to the court, presenting a tension between his artistic aspirations and the tenderness of his affections. As Orosmin grapples with his newfound success and the gravity of his feelings, the interplay of camaraderie and desire bubbles to the surface, ultimately leading to a poignant conclusion that celebrates the heights of human emotion amid the mundane realities of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Brod, Max, 1884-1968
Title Die Höhe des Gefühls: Ein Akt
Credits Produced by Jens Sadowski
Reading Level Reading ease score: 84.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject German drama -- 20th century
Category Text
eBook-No. 46919
Release Date
Last Update Oct 24, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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