Authors: Hoffmann, E. T. A. (Ernst Theodor Amadeus), 1776-1822

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By Abil Kile

"Klein Zaches, genannt Zinnober: Ein Märchen" by E. T. A. Hoffmann is a fictional tale likely written in the early 19th century. The story introduces us to the main character, Klein Zaches, a deformed child considered a "weirdling" or changeling, whose existence brings anguish to his parents due to his insatiable appetite and less-than-human behavi...

Authors: Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von, 1749-1832

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"Prometheus" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a dramatic fragment written during the late 18th to early 19th century, a period marked by the rise of Romanticism. This work explores the themes of creation, rebellion against divine authority, and the essence of human existence through the lens of the mythological figure Prometheus, who defies the god...

Authors: Lessing, Gotthold Ephraim, 1729-1781

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"Der Freigeist" by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing is a comedic play crafted in the mid-18th century. The drama revolves around the character Adrast, a so-called "Freigeist" or freethinker, navigating the complexities of friendship and romantic entanglements, particularly in relation to the young priest Theophan and two sisters, Juliane and Henriette. At ...

Authors: Lessing, Gotthold Ephraim, 1729-1781

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"Gespräche für Freimaurer" by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing is a philosophical dialogue written in the late 18th century, a period rich in Enlightenment thought. This work delves into the nature and values of Freemasonry, exploring ideas about morality, society, and the individual's role within the collective. Through the conversations between character...

Authors: Gellert, Christian Fürchtegott, 1715-1769

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"Die zärtlichen Schwestern" by Christian Fürchtegott Gellert is a comedic play structured in three acts, likely written during the mid-18th century. The narrative revolves around the dynamics of love and marriage among the characters Cleon, his daughters Lottchen and Julchen, and their suitors Siegmund and Damis. The play explores themes of affecti...

Authors: Gellert, Christian Fürchtegott, 1715-1769

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"Fabeln und Erzählungen" by Christian Fürchtegott Gellert is a collection of fables and narratives written during the mid-18th century. This work features a series of moral tales that reflect the human condition and the societal norms of the time, often using animals and allegorical figures to convey wisdom and life lessons. At the start of the col...

Authors: Lessing, Gotthold Ephraim, 1729-1781

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"Der junge Gelehrte: Ein Lustspiel in drei Aufzügen" by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing is a comedic play written in the mid-18th century. The story revolves around Damis, a young scholar eager to showcase his intellectual prowess, yet struggling with the practicalities of life and love. His father, Chrysander, a merchant, worries about his son's obsessio...

Authors: Lessing, Gotthold Ephraim, 1729-1781

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"Ausgewählte Fabeln" by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing is a collection of fables written in the mid-18th century. This work showcases a series of short moral stories that often feature animals as characters imparting lessons about human behavior and societal issues. The fables underscore themes such as pride, greed, and the complexity of human relationsh...

Authors: Meyer, Conrad Ferdinand, 1825-1898

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"Der Schuß von der Kanzel" by Conrad Ferdinand Meyer is a novella written during the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the interactions of two clergymen, Pfannenstiel and Rosenstock, as they navigate their personal dilemmas against a backdrop of societal expectations and family dynamics. The characters are presented with a mixture of ...