Leben und Meinungen des Herrn Andreas von Balthesser, eines Dandy und…

"Leben und Meinungen des Herrn Andreas von Balthesser, eines Dandy und Dilettanten" by Richard Schaukal is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book presents a satirical exploration of societal norms, aesthetics, and the concept of dandyism, as narrated by the flamboyant protagonist, Andreas von Balthesser. Balthesser embodies the contradictions of a dandy and dilettante, offering his musings and critiques on art, culture, and fashion through his unique lens. The opening of the book introduces us to Andreas von Balthesser as he arrives at a gathering of intellectuals to give a lecture on art, albeit with a sardonic tone. His casual elegance and irreverent attitude set the tone for the evening, revealing his disdain for conventional cultural values. As he engages with a somewhat perplexed audience, he provocatively challenges their ideas of culture and artistry, positioning himself as a figure who revels in the complexities of identity and presentation, both socially and artistically. This initial lecture serves as a reflective prelude to the various discussions and experiences that will unfold throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Schaukal, Richard von, 1874-1942
Title Leben und Meinungen des Herrn Andreas von Balthesser, eines Dandy und Dilettanten
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 71.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Austrian fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 62006
Release Date
Last Update Oct 18, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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