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Explore the roots and ripples of European literature through a sharp, critical journey from Opitz to Lessing.
This study examines how early 18th‑century minds shaped modern tastes, values, and the very idea of literary progress, while tying these shifts to broader changes in culture, politics, and philosophy.
In a clear, accessible voice, the book traces how Renaissance influences, reform movements, and social upheavals redirected German letters after a long period of decline. It connects historical events to the evolution of style, taste, and critical judgment, showing how great writers reflect and propel the spirit of their times.- See how literature is tied to life, politics, and social change rather than existing in isolation.
- Understand how reactions against pedantry and authority helped open the path to modern thought.
- Learn how key figures influenced the balance between beauty, truth, and moral purpose in writing.
- Explore the rise of modern scholarship and its impact on reading and interpretation.
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From Opitz to Lessing: A Study of Pseudo-Classicism in Literature
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the literary movement of pseudo-classicism in 17th and 18th century Germany. It begins by providing context to the vast changes that shook the country during the Thirty Years' War, arguing that the subsequent social and political fragmentation of Germany led to a literary shift towards formal correctness as writers modeled their work on the perceived elegance of Latin literature. The author illustrates the ways in which German writers embraced and adapted the conventions of French classicism, and shows how the resulting pseudo-classicism differed from its French counterpart. The book also discusses the ways in which this movement both reflected and influenced the broader intellectual and cultural trends of the time. Ultimately, this book provides a thorough examination of a significant literary movement, offering insights into its causes, characteristics, and significance. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330863442_0
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