| Author |
Jean Paul, 1763-1825 |
| Translator |
Bauer, Juliette |
| Translator |
Carlyle, Thomas, 1795-1881 |
| Translator |
De Quincey, Thomas, 1785-1859 |
| LoC No. |
07041238
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| Title |
The Campaner Thal, and Other Writings
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 56.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
The Campaner thal -- Life of Quintus Fizlein -- Schmelzle's journey to Flätz -- Analects from Richter -- Miscellaneous pieces.
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| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by Google Books.
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| Summary |
"The Campaner Thal, and Other Writings" by Jean Paul is a philosophical narrative and travelogue that reflects on themes of existence, immortality, and human emotions, written in the early 19th century. The work unfolds in a picturesque valley known as Campaner, where the protagonist engages in deep discussions with his companions about love, loss, and the nature of reality. Through these dialogues, Jean Paul explores the complexities of life and the coexistence of joy and sorrow. At the start of the narrative, we meet the main characters, particularly Karlson and his friends, who are on a journey through various landscapes that serve as metaphors for their internal struggles. Tension arises when Karlson grapples with the death of a loved one, Gione, leading to poignant reflections on life and the questions surrounding immortality. The conversation oscillates between philosophical musings and personal experiences, emphasizing the blend of joy and grief that characterizes the human experience. The rich descriptions of the surroundings alongside deep philosophical inquiries create a multifaceted exploration of existence that invites readers to contemplate their own lives. (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 -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
35948 |
| Release Date |
Apr 24, 2011 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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