| Editor |
Francke, Kuno, 1855-1930 |
| Title |
The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 10
Prince Otto Von Bismarck, Count Helmuth Von Moltke, Ferdinand Lassalle
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 52.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Bismarck as a National Type. By Kuno Francke. -- The Love Letters of Bismarck. -- Correspondence of William I. and Bismarck. -- From "Thoughts and Recollections." -- Bismarck as an Orator. By Edmund von Mach. -- Bismarck: Professorial Politics -- Speech from the Throne -- Alsace-Lorraine a Glacis Against France -- We Shall Never Go to Canossa! -- Bismarck as the "Honest Broker" -- Salus Publica--Bismarck's Only Lode-Star -- Practical Christianity -- We Germans Fear God, and Nought Else in the World -- Mount the Guards at the Warthe and the Vistula! -- Long Live the Emperor and the Empire! -- The Life of Moltke. By Karl Detlev Jessen. -- von Moltke: The Political and Military Conditions of the Ottoman Empire in 1836. -- A Trip to Brussa. -- A Journey to Mossul. -- A Bullfight in Spain. -- Description of Moscow. -- The Peace Movement. -- Fighting on the Frontier. -- Battle of Gravelotte--St. Privat. -- Consolatory Thoughts on the Earthly Life and a Future Existence. -- The Life and Work of Ferdinand Lassalle. By Arthur N. Holcombe. -- Lassalle: The Workingmen's Programme. -- Science and the Workingmen. -- Open Letter to the Central Committee.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 10" by Francke is a scholarly collection of significant works from the German literary canon, compiled in the early 20th century. This volume includes notable essays, letters, and writings concerning prominent figures like Otto von Bismarck, Helmuth von Moltke, and Ferdinand Lassalle, exploring their contributions to German society and politics during their time. The opening of this volume introduces a detailed examination of Otto von Bismarck, highlighting his embodiment of German nationalism and military prowess. The discussion, led by Kuno Francke, delves into Bismarck's character traits, military inclinations, and his impact on the formation of a unified Germany. Francke emphasizes Bismarck's complex relationship with power, responsibility, and the moral implications of his decisions during pivotal historical moments, setting the tone for a deeper exploration of these influential figures and their legacies throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
German literature -- 19th century -- Translations into English
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| Subject |
German literature -- 20th century -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13056 |
| Release Date |
Jul 30, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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