A Companion to Twentieth-Century German Literature
Author | : Raymond Furness |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 335 |
Release | : 2003-09-02 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781134747641 |
ISBN-13 | : 1134747640 |
Rating | : 4/5 (640 Downloads) |
Download or read book A Companion to Twentieth-Century German Literature written by Raymond Furness and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2003-09-02 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Containing entries on over four hundred authors of fiction, poetry and drama from Germany, Austria and Switzerland, this invaluable work of reference presents material of a range and depth that no other book on the subject in English attains. For the second edition, the entries have been updated to include the most recent works of German literature. A number of new entries have been added, dealing in particular with the East German literary scene and the changing literary landscape after reunification. In addition to basic biographical facts, the Companion offers summaries, information on involvement in literary groups and political developments, schools and movements, critical terms and aspects of the other arts, including film.