Ausgewählte Gedichte

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lessing, Gotthold Ephraim, 1729-1781

Language:

German

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Ausgewählte Gedichte" by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing is a collection of selected poems written during the late 18th century, a time rich with Enlightenment thought. The book explores themes of human experience, emotion, and the nature of existence, reflecting on both personal introspection and the broader social context. Lessing, a prominent figure in German literature, uses poetry to convey his philosophical ideas and critiques. The collection features various poems that delve into different aspects of life. In "Der über uns," the tension between desire and moral reflection is showcased through the interactions of characters in a garden, emphasizing themes of consequence and social expectations. "Ich" presents an introspective look at the value of honor and material wealth, questioning their significance in the face of mortality. Lastly, "Lob der Faulheit" humorously celebrates the virtues of laziness, contrasting hard work with the pleasures of idleness. Together, these poems offer a glimpse into Lessing's worldview, combining wit, critique, and philosophical musings on the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Der über uns Ich Lob der Faulheit

Credits:

Produced by Delphine Lettau (for finding a huge collection of ancient German books in London). HTML version by Al Haines.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 95.5 (5th grade). Very easy to read.

Release date is 2004-11-01