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- E. T. A. HOFFMANN'S BILDUNGSMARCHEN: "DER GOLDNE TOPF" (ROMANTICISM, HEINRICH VON OFTERDINGEN, NOVALIS, WILHELM MEISTER, BILDUNGSROMAN).
- Creator
- SIEGL, AURORA THERESIA., Florida Atlantic University, Weiser, Ernest L.
- Abstract/Description
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Although E.T.A. Hoffmann's "Der goldne Topf" is a fairy tale, it shows similarities to the Bildungsroman, or developmental novel, especially in the theme of the development of the poet. Because of this similarity, the thesis will compare ''Der goldne Topf" to antecedent works: Goethe's Wilhelm Meister and Novalis's Heinrich von Ofterdingen. The comparison focuses on Anselmus, the protagonist in "Der goldne Topf," his development from awkward student to poet, his mentors, and the symbols...
Show moreAlthough E.T.A. Hoffmann's "Der goldne Topf" is a fairy tale, it shows similarities to the Bildungsroman, or developmental novel, especially in the theme of the development of the poet. Because of this similarity, the thesis will compare ''Der goldne Topf" to antecedent works: Goethe's Wilhelm Meister and Novalis's Heinrich von Ofterdingen. The comparison focuses on Anselmus, the protagonist in "Der goldne Topf," his development from awkward student to poet, his mentors, and the symbols within the work.
Show less - Date Issued
- 1986
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/14296
- Subject Headings
- Hoffmann, E T A--(Ernst Theodor Amadeus),--1776-1822--Criticism and interpretation, Hoffmann, E T A--(Ernst Theodor Amadeus),--1776-1822--Der goldne Topf
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- Document (PDF)
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- THE PROBLEM OF THE INTERPRETATION OF LESSING'S PLAY "PHILOTAS." (GERMANY).
- Creator
- MILLER, SIGRID ANTONIA., Florida Atlantic University, Weiser, Ernest L.
- Abstract/Description
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The divergent interpretations of Gotthold Ephraim Lessing's play Philotas are considered in this thesis. A textual analysis demonstrates that the play is not, as contended by some, a glorification of patriotism but rather an expression of Lessing's humane ideals. It is thereby shown that the play, which seems to have been intended by Lessing as a n experimental drama, deserves its proper place among his works.
- Date Issued
- 1972
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/13488
- Subject Headings
- Lessing, Gotthold Ephraim,--1729-1781.--Philotas.--English.
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- Document (PDF)
- Title
- A STUDY OF STIFTER'S "DER NACHSOMMER" IN TERMS OF SCHILLER'S CONCEPT OF THE IDYLL (AUSTRIA, GERMANY).
- Creator
- RYCKEGHEM, CHRISTIAN VAN., Florida Atlantic University, Weiser, Ernest L.
- Abstract/Description
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This study, one recommended by Hermann Weigand, examines to what extent the novel Der Nachsorrimer by Adalbert Stifter satisfies Schillerts specifications for the "sentimental'' idyll as expressed in his essay Ueber naive und sentimentalische Dichtung. A short survey of German idyllic literature in the eighteenth century follows a discussion of Schiller's concept of the idyll, in that Schiller's statement refers directly to contemporary works in this genre. An analysis of Der Nachsorrtrn:er...
Show moreThis study, one recommended by Hermann Weigand, examines to what extent the novel Der Nachsorrimer by Adalbert Stifter satisfies Schillerts specifications for the "sentimental'' idyll as expressed in his essay Ueber naive und sentimentalische Dichtung. A short survey of German idyllic literature in the eighteenth century follows a discussion of Schiller's concept of the idyll, in that Schiller's statement refers directly to contemporary works in this genre. An analysis of Der Nachsorrtrn:er is then undertaken. Specific subjects of study are the behavior of individual characters, the function of society and the structure of the novel. The study indicates the means Stifter uses to write an idyll that in many ways satisfies Schiller's specifications.
Show less - Date Issued
- 1974
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/13626
- Subject Headings
- Stifter, Adalbert,--1805-1868--Nachsommer, Schiller, Josef,--1846-1897--Criticism and interpretation, German literature--18th century--History and criticism, Idealism in literature
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- Document (PDF)
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- GOTTFRIED KELLER: "DIE DREI GERECHTEN KAMMACHER." EINE ANALYSE. (GERMAN TEXT) (SWITZERLAND).
- Creator
- GODFREY, ELKE E., Florida Atlantic University, Weiser, Ernest L.
- Abstract/Description
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The purpose of this study is to present an interpretation of Gottfried Keller's novella Die drei gerechten Kammacher and to combine it with a detailed analysis of the narrative technique and language of the work. Extensive research of relevant available literature indicates that there has not been a detailed analytical study of this novella, although it has frequently been described as one of the author's most creative and imaginative works . A number of critics have raised interesting...
Show moreThe purpose of this study is to present an interpretation of Gottfried Keller's novella Die drei gerechten Kammacher and to combine it with a detailed analysis of the narrative technique and language of the work. Extensive research of relevant available literature indicates that there has not been a detailed analytical study of this novella, although it has frequently been described as one of the author's most creative and imaginative works . A number of critics have raised interesting questions concerning the fatalistic and hopeless ending of the three combmakers. Others have criticized the language of the narrative, criticism which will be considered in this thesis. This thesis is divided into five sections : 1) Introduction; II) Fundamentals of the novella: Genesis, Frame and Seldwyla; III) Interpretation of the novella; IV) Analysis of the Narrative Technique. These chapters are followed by an analysis of the work in totality and conclusion in which the above mentioned criticisms are given an evaluation.
Show less - Date Issued
- 1972
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/13526
- Subject Headings
- Keller, Gottfried,--1819-1890.--Drei gerechten Kammacher.
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- Document (PDF)
- Title
- DAS VERHAELTNIS ZWISCHEN LIEBE UND EINSAMKEIT IN DEN NOVELLEN THEODOR STORMS. (GERMAN TEXT).
- Creator
- DAVIS, MARK STEPHEN., Florida Atlantic University, Weiser, Ernest L.
- Abstract/Description
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This thesis examines the interrelation of love and loneliness in the plot, structure, symbolism and characters' gestures in Theodor Storm's Novellen, to determine the function of love in its connection to tne ever-present theme of loneliness in Storm's fiction. Lave between man and woman is the basic lave relationship considered in the investigation. Storm shows how love can overcome loneliness in various ways. The memory of a past love relationship is used to combat present loneliness. The...
Show moreThis thesis examines the interrelation of love and loneliness in the plot, structure, symbolism and characters' gestures in Theodor Storm's Novellen, to determine the function of love in its connection to tne ever-present theme of loneliness in Storm's fiction. Lave between man and woman is the basic lave relationship considered in the investigation. Storm shows how love can overcome loneliness in various ways. The memory of a past love relationship is used to combat present loneliness. The idea of a lasting love relationship is embraced as the only possible solace in man's lonely struggle for existence. The love relationship is the faundation of a chain of generations which links the past, present and future, and, therefore, limits the loneliness inherent in human transitoriness. Love can only limit loneliness in Storm's Novellen, never eliminate it.
Show less - Date Issued
- 1980
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/14041
- Subject Headings
- Storm, Theodor,--1817-1888--Novellen
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- Document (PDF)
- Title
- A UNIFYING THEME IN HEINE'S ESSAY "IDEEN. DAS BUCH LE GRAND.".
- Creator
- RENO, ELISABETH KAISER., Florida Atlantic University, Weiser, Ernest L.
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Heinrich Heine's essay Ideen. Das Buch Le Grand has been attacked by some critics as a disorganized work while others have praised it as a masterpiece. These divergent opinions concerning Heine's style are briefly considered in this thesis. A textual as well as structural analysis of the essay demonstrates that the poet's conflict between rationalism and romant i cism constitutes the unifying theme of the work. Thereby the study shows that the essay merely appears digressive and unsystematic...
Show moreHeinrich Heine's essay Ideen. Das Buch Le Grand has been attacked by some critics as a disorganized work while others have praised it as a masterpiece. These divergent opinions concerning Heine's style are briefly considered in this thesis. A textual as well as structural analysis of the essay demonstrates that the poet's conflict between rationalism and romant i cism constitutes the unifying theme of the work. Thereby the study shows that the essay merely appears digressive and unsystematic yet is indeed an intricately balanced work.
Show less - Date Issued
- 1974
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/13631
- Subject Headings
- Heine, Heinrich,--1797-1856--Criticism and interpretation
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- Document (PDF)
- Title
- VARIATIONS IN THE INTERPRETATION OF GOTTFRIED KELLER'S "ROMEO UND JULIA AUF DEM DORFE" (SWITZERLAND).
- Creator
- OSER, ANITA K., Florida Atlantic University, Weiser, Ernest L.
- Abstract/Description
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This study examines the major differences that exist among critical interpretations of Romeo und Julia auf dem Dorfe. Included is a survey of the creation of the novella, the various revisions made by Keller, and Keller's own feelings about the work. This is followed by the thorough discussion of the differences in interpretation of the structure, the characters, the symbols, the overall meaning, and the classification of the novella as a tragedy. Some attempt is made to point out the...
Show moreThis study examines the major differences that exist among critical interpretations of Romeo und Julia auf dem Dorfe. Included is a survey of the creation of the novella, the various revisions made by Keller, and Keller's own feelings about the work. This is followed by the thorough discussion of the differences in interpretation of the structure, the characters, the symbols, the overall meaning, and the classification of the novella as a tragedy. Some attempt is made to point out the interpretations that are best substantiated by the text. The results of the study indicate that some of the interpretations show a strong influence of the particular premise of the critic.
Show less - Date Issued
- 1972
- PURL
- http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dt/13481
- Subject Headings
- Keller, Gottfried,--1819-1890--Romeo und Julia auf dem Dorfe
- Format
- Document (PDF)
