| Author |
Mynona, 1871-1946 |
| Illustrator |
Meidner, Ludwig, 1884-1966 |
| Title |
Schwarz-Weiß-Rot: Grotesken
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| Alternate Title |
Schwarz-Weiss-Rot: Grotesken
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Jens Sadowski
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| Summary |
"Schwarz-Weiß-Rot: Grotesken by Mynona" is a collection of grotesque short stories written during the early 20th century. The book explores themes related to German culture, philosophy, and identity, using a blend of satire and surrealism to critique societal norms and philosophical concepts, particularly through the lens of notable figures like Goethe. In this collection, Mynona examines the juxtaposition of light and darkness, often associated with English and German perspectives, respectively. The stories delve into various absurd scenarios, such as a professor attempting to recreate Goethe's voice through a contrived scientific method, ultimately leading to comedic and philosophical reflections. Each tale is steeped in imaginative, fantastical elements, and dialogues that reflect the author's sharp wit and critical eye toward contemporary issues in society and relationships. Through these absurdities, Mynona encourages readers to question reality and traditional ways of thinking. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von, 1749-1832 -- Miscellanea
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
44272 |
| Release Date |
Nov 24, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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