Conrad Wiedemann Bücher

The book features a comprehensive collection of significant writings and essays from notable German authors, spanning from the late 18th to early 19th centuries. It opens with Georg Christoph Lichtenberg's reflections on the German novel, followed by Johann Heinrich Merck's critique of the epic spirit. The anthology includes works by Theodor Gottlieb von Hippel, Friedrich Heinrich Jacobi, and Johann Heinrich Jung-Stilling, addressing various literary themes and personal correspondences. Key contributions from Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Friedrich Schiller explore the nuances of dramatic and epic poetry, while Friedrich Hölderlin's prefaces to "Hyperion" provide insight into his philosophical musings. The collection also features Friedrich Schlegel's critical fragments and discussions on poetry, alongside Novalis's philosophical explorations and Jean Paul's aesthetics. This anthology not only highlights the evolution of German literature during this period but also serves as a testament to the intellectual dialogues that shaped literary thought. The editors provide a thorough afterword and a bibliography, enriching the reader's understanding of the context and significance of these works.