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100 1 _aEdschmid, Kasimir,
_d1890-1966
245 1 4 _aDas Bücher-Dekameron :
_bEine Zehn-Nächte-Tour durch die europäische Gesellschaft und Literatur
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2015
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2015-01-21
508 _aProduced by Jens Sadowski
520 _a"Das Bücher-Dekameron" by Kasimir Edschmid is a collection of literary reflections written in the early 20th century. This work takes readers on a ten-night journey through European society and literature, intertwining personal observations with broader cultural commentary. The narrative appears to reflect on the complexities of modern life in Germany following the First World War, with themes of societal change, identity, and the power of literature. The opening portion sets a captivating tone, highlighting a snowbound predicament that mirrors the broader societal turmoil. Through the persona of a narrator engaged in a dialogue with a gentleman, the narrative explores the essence of what it means to be "German" in a time of political and cultural disarray. The narrator grapples with the legacy of past literary giants while confronting the fragmented identity of contemporary society, ultimately leading to a plea for a new understanding of what it means to be part of this evolving landscape. The blend of philosophical musings, literary analysis, and personal anecdotes invites readers into a rich tapestry of thoughts on existence and expression amidst change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aLiterature, Modern -- History and criticism
653 _aEurope -- Social life and customs
653 _aEuropean literature -- History and criticism
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48040
999 _c88879
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