Ossian in Germany (eBook)

Bibliography, General Survey, Ossian's Influence upon Klopstock and the Bards

Rudolf Tombo (Autor)

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2022
159 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654738038-2 (EAN)

Infos

Rudolf Tombo's 'Ossian in Germany' is a groundbreaking work that delves into the reception of the Scottish poet Ossian in Germany during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Tombo expertly explores how Ossian's works influenced German literature, particularly during the Sturm und Drang movement, with a focus on the translations and adaptations of Ossian's poetry. The book is a meticulous study of the cultural and literary impact of Ossian in Germany, shedding light on the interconnectedness of European literary traditions and movements. Tombo's writing is scholarly yet accessible, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in Romanticism and the transnational exchanges of literary ideas in Europe. His attention to detail and comprehensive analysis make 'Ossian in Germany' a must-read for scholars and students of German and European literature.

Autor

Rudolf Tombo, Sr. (1841-1906), was a distinguished philologist, known for his extensive work in the field of Germanic studies. His scholarly endeavors are particularly encapsulated in his seminal work 'Ossian in Germany', a critical exploration of the reception and influence of the Ossian cycle—a series of epic poems published by the Scottish poet James Macpherson in the 18th century—within German literature and intellectual circles. Tombo's acute analysis of Ossian's impact demonstrates not only his deep understanding of comparative literature but also his expertise in tracing cultural and literary exchange between different European traditions. His writings contributed significantly to the study of intertextuality and the dynamics of literary diffusion, shedding light on how mythological constructs are interpreted and appropriated across cultures. Tombo's literary style is marked by a meticulous and rigorous approach, often characterized by a historical perspective that affords a comprehensive examination of his subjects. His works remain a valuable resource for scholars interested in the transnational flows of literary motifs and the intricate web of influences that define European literary history.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 1724-1803 • 1736-1796 • 18th-Century Literature • bardic poetry • Celtic-Germanic influence • Celtic influences • Celtic literature • Celts in literature • Cultural Exchange • cultural exchange in literature • european literary history • European Romanticism • folkloric traditions • German Literature • German Romanticism • Germany • Influence • in literature • James MacPherson • Knowledge • Literary Influence • literary intertextuality • literary reception • Literary Studies • Medievalism • Ossianic influence • Ossianic poetry • Transnational literary connections