ISBN: 9780656696901 - Lessing's Werke, Vol. 1: Mit Einleitungen Und Lessing's Lebensbeschreibung (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 is an extensive biography of Gotthold Ephraim Lessing, a remarkable German writer, philosopher, and critic of the 18th century. The author traces Lessing's life from his humble beginnings as the son of a Lutheran pastor to his rise as one of the most influential figures of the Enlightenment. Through meticulous research, the author sheds light on Lessing's intellectual development, his literary endeavors, and his groundbreaking contributions to German literature, aesthetics, and biblical criticism. The book offers a comprehensive analysis of Lessing's major works, including his dramas, philosophical essays, and theological writings, examining their themes, style, and impact on German thought. By situating Lessing within the broader context of the Enlightenment and the Sturm und Drang movement, the author demonstrates his enduring influence on German culture and his significance as a champion of reason, tolerance, and artistic freedom. 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.…