Authors: Wenzel, Max, 1879-1946

In World Cultures

By Abil Kile

"Erzgebirgisches Wanderbuch" by Max Wenzel is a travel guide written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a comprehensive resource for exploring the diverse natural beauty surrounding Chemnitz and the Erzgebirge region through a series of recommended excursions and hikes. It aims to highlight accessible outdoor experiences for those who ma...

Authors: Kneipp, Sebastian, 1821-1897

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By Abil Kile

"Meine Wasser-Kur" by Sebastian Kneipp is a health and wellness manual written in the late 19th century. The work primarily discusses the therapeutic properties and applications of water treatment for various ailments, reflecting Kneipp's holistic approach to healing. The author emphasizes the importance of using water as a natural remedy for maint...

Authors: Geissler, Max, 1868-1945

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By Abil Kile

"Am Sonnenwirbel: Eine Dorfgeschichte" by Max Geissler is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Zachenhesselhans, an older widower who experiences profound sorrow after the death of his wife, Mali. The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the intimate connection between the characters and their natural ...

Authors: Marlitt, E. (Eugenie), 1825-1887

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By Abil Kile

"Im Hause des Kommerzienrates" by E. Marlitt is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the intricate relationships and societal dynamics in a small German community, particularly focusing on the lives of the wealthy Kommerzienrat and the old miller, whose health and legacy become central to the plot. The opening of the ...

Authors: Mörike, Eduard, 1804-1875

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By Abil Kile

"Auswahl aus den Dichtungen Eduard Mörikes" by Eduard Mörike is a collection of lyrical poetry written in the mid-19th century. The work encompasses a selection of Mörike's most significant poems, showcasing themes of nature, love, longing, and the complexities of life and human emotions. As a central figure, the poet himself reflects on his experi...

Authors: Hermann, Conrad, 1819-1897

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By Abil Kile

"Aesthetische Farbenlehre" by Conrad Hermann is a philosophical treatise on the nature of color and aesthetics written in the late 19th century. The work explores the concepts of color as both a subjective perception and an objective reality, delving into the relationship between aesthetic experience and sensory perception. Hermann aims to establis...

Authors: Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870

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By Abil Kile

"Oliver Twist" by Charles Dickens is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story revolves around the life of Oliver, an orphan born in a workhouse, who faces severe mistreatment as he grows up. The book explores themes of poverty, social injustice, and the struggles of children in a harsh society, showcasing the stark realities of Victoria...

Authors: Heckel, Karl, 1858-1923

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By Abil Kile

"Nietzsche, sein Leben und seine Lehre" by Karl Heckel is a biographical and philosophical examination written in the early 20th century. The text delves into the life and teachings of Friedrich Nietzsche, exploring the influences and contexts that shaped his philosophy. It seems to primarily address Nietzsche’s relationships with contemporaries su...

Authors: Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von, 1749-1832

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"Die Mitschuldigen" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a comedic play written in the late 18th century, specifically during the Sturm und Drang period. This work presents themes of love, jealousy, and morality, entwined through the interactions among the characters in a tavern setting. The play features a cast that includes a host, his daughter Sophi...