01919cam a22003013u 4500 6795 UtSlPG 20260610133157.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PT Schiller, Friedrich, 1759-1805 The Poems of Schiller — Second period Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-12-08 Produced by Tapio Riikonen and David Widger "The Poems of Schiller — Second period by Friedrich Schiller" is a collection of poetry written in the late 18th century to early 19th century. The book encompasses various themes, predominantly focusing on joy, nature, and the human experience. Through its lyrical verses, Schiller expresses profound philosophical reflections, exploring the moral struggles and emotional depths of humanity. The collection features notable pieces such as "Hymn to Joy," which celebrates universal brotherhood and the power of joy in connecting humankind, while "The Invincible Armada" contrasts notions of freedom and tyranny in historical context. Schiller's poetry often oscillates between exaltation and resignation, as seen in "Resignation," where the poet laments lost youth and joy. Overall, the poems engage with lofty ideals and the artist's role, urging readers to navigate their emotional landscapes with grace and introspection, while also critiquing social and political conditions of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Poetry https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6795 48791 48791