Gustav Freytag fut un romancier et dramaturge allemand important, célèbre pour ses structures dramatiques magistrales et son développement narratif. Il explora divers genres, dont la comédie et le drame, puisant souvent dans des thèmes historiques. Son approche influente de l'écriture théâtrale, notamment sa conceptualisation de la progression dramatique, a façonné le cours du théâtre allemand du XIXe siècle. L'héritage durable de Freytag réside dans son artisanat précis et sa perspicacité aiguë de la nature humaine, offrant aux lecteurs des explorations intemporelles de personnages et d'intrigues.
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Set in mid-19th century Germany, the narrative follows Anton Wohlfart, an ambitious young man embarking on a career in finance. As he climbs the professional ladder, Anton grapples with ethical dilemmas and personal choices, reflecting the tension between traditional values and the emerging commercial age. The story intricately weaves themes of ambition, morality, and societal expectations, offering a rich exploration of human nature and the complexities of success. Freytag's detailed portrayal provides insight into the characters and society of the time, making it a thought-provoking literary work.
Originally published in 1900, this book features the German text of Gustav Freytag's comedy set in a newspaper editorial office.
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Originally published in 1863, this influential work has become a seminal authority on dramatic technique, undergoing six editions before being translated into English. Its enduring significance in the study of drama highlights its comprehensive insights and foundational principles that continue to inform theatrical practice and theory.
Laugh out loud with this witty and incisive satire of the German press in the mid-19th century. Follow the misadventures of a young journalist as he navigates the cutthroat world of newspaper publishing, facing down scheming editors, corrupt politicians, and his own romantic entanglements along the way.