#german-literature
#german-literature

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Wolfgang Koeppen-"Poet of Failure"

Postwar German literature condemns the nation's failure to confront its historical atrocities, revealing a persistent 'German problem' of moral and political derangement.

Books

fromThe New Yorker

4 months ago

What Makes Goethe So Special?

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe’s vast, multidisciplinary achievements grew from a relentless interrogation of how a life should be lived.

fromwww.theguardian.com

9 months ago

Goethe immortalised the shaming of German women 200 years ago we're still at it | Fatma Aydemir

Gretchen, the tragic character in Faust, embodies the plight of women in societies where misogynistic moralities prevail and reproductive rights are severely restricted.

Germany news

fromenglish.elpais.com

9 months ago

When Walter Benjamin was a radio host

Theodor Adorno remarked that Walter Benjamin's words transformed everything they touched as if they had become radioactive, highlighting his profound impact on language and narrative.

Philosophy

fromFuncheap

1 year ago

An Evening With Helen & Kurt Wolff Translator's Prize Winner Dr. Jon Cho-Polizzi

"Translation amplifies marginalized voices in literature, making critical discussions on identity and belonging resonate within diverse English-language communities."

Germany news

fromwww.nytimes.com

1 year ago

Tim Mohr, DJ and German Translator Who Ghostwrote Paul Stanley's Memoir, Dies at 55

Tim Mohr transformed his Berlin experiences into award-winning translations of German literature, showcasing his unique background and connections to the city's underground scene.

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