Publisher's Synopsis
Germania: Anthology of German Prose with Essays on German History and Institutions, Part I is a book edited by Franz K. W. Lange. It is a compilation of German prose works from various authors, accompanied by essays on German history and institutions. The book is divided into two parts, with this being the first part. The anthology includes works from notable German writers such as Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Heinrich Heine, and Thomas Mann. The selection of works covers a wide range of genres, including poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. Each piece is presented in its original German language, followed by an English translation.The essays included in the book provide historical and cultural context for the works of literature, exploring the political, social, and economic factors that influenced German society at different times in history. The topics covered include the role of the Holy Roman Empire, the impact of the Protestant Reformation, and the rise of Prussia as a dominant power in Europe.Overall, Germania: Anthology of German Prose with Essays on German History and Institutions, Part I is a comprehensive collection that offers readers a deeper understanding of German literature and its cultural significance.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.
