Isbn: 9780259603863 - Karl Kraus (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, a satirical essay, critically examines the complex relationship between Karl Kraus and Georg Kulka, two prominent figures in early 20th-century Austrian literature. The author delves into the literary and personal conflicts between the two writers, exploring the tension between originality and plagiarism, public image and private life, and the nature of artistic integrity. Through a detailed analysis of Kraus's work, particularly his controversial "Apokalypse," the book exposes the contradictions and hypocrisies of the renowned satirist and his treatment of Kulka. The author argues that while Kraus was quick to condemn Kulka for plagiarism, he himself was guilty of similar offenses, leading to a broader discussion of the ethics of originality and the fine line between inspiration and theft in the literary world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…