The Works of Frederick Schiller by Friedrich Schiller
"The Works of Frederick Schiller" by Friedrich Schiller is a collection of various literary forms, including historical writings, plays, poems, and philosophical essays, likely compiled during the late 19th century. This comprehensive collection showcases Schiller's diverse contributions to literature, with a focus on the historical events surrounding the Thirty Years' War and the Revolt of the Netherlands, among other significant subjects. Each section serves to highlight Schiller’s insights into human nature, society,
and the tumultuous political landscapes of his time. The opening of this work includes a detailed preface that emphasizes the significance of Schiller as both an historian and dramatist. It outlines the historical context for the included works, particularly detailing the themes of religious conflict and political strife as they relate to the Thirty Years' War. Schiller begins his examination with the Reformation's impact on Europe, particularly in Germany, noting how religious tensions escalated into full-blown wars. This section not only sets the stage for the historical narratives that follow but also conveys Schiller's philosophical reflections on the interplay between faith, power, and human motivation during this chaotic period in European history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Schiller, Friedrich, 1759-1805 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Works of Frederick Schiller |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents |
History: Thirty Years' War; Revolt of the Netherlands Plays: The Robbers; Fiesco; Love and Intrigue; The Camp of Wallenstein; Piccolomini; The Death of Wallenstein; Whilhelm Tell; Don Carlos; Demetrius; Mary Stuart; The Maid of Orleans; The Bride of Messina Poems: 1st Period; 2nd Period; 3rd Period; Supressed Poems Philosophy: Aesthetical Essays; Philosophical Letters Novels: The Ghost Seer (Or, The Apparitionist); The Sport of Destiny |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger and Tapio Riikonen |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Schiller, Friedrich, 1759-1805 -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 6800 |
| Release Date | Dec 8, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 227 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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