Lessing's Emilia Galotti: With an Introduction and Notes (1895) (English and German Edition)

Lessing, Gotthold Ephraim

ISBN 10: 1436911567 / ISBN 13: 9781436911566

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2008

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Lessing's Emilia Galotti: With an Introduction and Notes (1895) (English and German Edition)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1436911567
• ISBN 13: 9781436911566
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Lessing's Emilia Galotti: With An Introduction And Notes (1895) is a literary work written by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing. The book is a classic tragedy that explores the themes of power, love, and morality. The story follows the life of Emilia Galotti, a beautiful and virtuous young woman who is desired by the powerful and corrupt Prince of Guastalla. The prince's desire for Emilia leads to a series of tragic events that ultimately result in her untimely death. The book includes an introduction that provides readers with background information on the author and the historical context in which the work was written. Additionally, the book includes notes that help readers better understand the text and its themes. The notes provide explanations for difficult vocabulary, historical references, and literary devices used in the text. Overall, Lessing's Emilia Galotti: With An Introduction And Notes (1895) is a classic work of literature that is still relevant today. It explores timeless themes that continue to resonate with readers and provides insight into the human condition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.