The Poems of Schiller - Second period

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Schiller, Friedrich, 1759-1805

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Poems of Schiller - Second period by Friedrich Schiller" is a collection of poetry written in the late 18th century to early 19th century. The book encompasses various themes, predominantly focusing on joy, nature, and the human experience. Through its lyrical verses, Schiller expresses profound philosophical reflections, exploring the moral struggles and emotional depths of humanity. The collection features notable pieces such as "Hymn to Joy," which celebrates universal brotherhood and the power of joy in connecting humankind, while "The Invincible Armada" contrasts notions of freedom and tyranny in historical context. Schiller's poetry often oscillates between exaltation and resignation, as seen in "Resignation," where the poet laments lost youth and joy. Overall, the poems engage with lofty ideals and the artist's role, urging readers to navigate their emotional landscapes with grace and introspection, while also critiquing social and political conditions of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Tapio Riikonen and David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2004-12-08