Fabeln und Erzählungen by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing

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Author Lessing, Gotthold Ephraim, 1729-1781
Title Fabeln und Erzählungen
Note Reading ease score: 93.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Contents Das Geheimnis
Das Kruzifix
Das Muster der Ehen
Der über uns
Der Adler und die Eule
Der Eremit
Der Hirsch und der Fuchs
Der Löwe und die Mücke
Der Sperling und die Feldmaus
Der Tanzbär
Der Wunsch zu sterben
Die Bäre
Die Brille
Die Nuß und die Katze
Die Sonne
Die Teilung
Die eheliche Liebe
Die kranke Pulcheria
Faustin
Morydan
Nix Bodenstrom
Credits Produced by Delphine Lettau, from files obtained from Gutenberg Projekt-DE
Summary "Fabeln und Erzählungen" by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing is a collection of fables and narratives written during the Enlightenment period, which spanned from the late 17th century to the late 18th century. The book features a variety of moral tales and stories focusing on themes of human nature, social critique, and philosophical reflections. Lessing employs a mix of humor, wit, and allegory to convey his messages, serving as both entertainment and a means of moral instruction. The stories within "Fabeln und Erzählungen" explore different animal characters and human interactions through fables like "Der Adler und die Eule," which comments on pride and superiority, and "Der Löwe und die Mücke," highlighting the absurdity of underestimating one's opponents. Other tales, such as "Das Muster der Ehen," provide insight into the nature of relationships with a clever backdrop. Through these varied narratives, Lessing reflects on moral dilemmas, societal norms, and the characteristics of individuals, often leading the reader to ponder deeper ethical questions in their own lives. The collection ultimately showcases Lessing's mastery of storytelling while offering poignant social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Fables
Category Text
EBook-No. 9158
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 11, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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