Joanna Neilly Livres

E.T.A. Hoffmann's work reveals a deep engagement with the imagined Orient, reflecting its impact on German literature, music, and scholarship. Joanna Neilly's study explores Hoffmann's unique orientalism, highlighting the importance of his oriental characters and themes in reshaping nineteenth-century cultural production. By analyzing Hoffmann's self-reflexive approach and his awareness of contemporary trends, the study positions him as a pivotal figure in discussions about cultural transfer and its significance for modern artistry.

Joanna Neilly's study considers for the first time the breadth and nuance of Hoffmann's particular brand of orientalism, examining the significance of his oriental characters and themes for a new understanding of nineteenth-century cultural production.