Austrian Lives (5 results)

Softcover. Condition: As New. Leichte Kratzer / Abnutzungen / Druckstellen. For centuries, biography writing has been dominated by male perspectives, from Plutarch and Sueton's accounts of classical figures to medieval hagiographies and Renaissance artist narratives. The genre has evolved, particularly in the twentieth century, where the focus has shifted to the lives of women, minorities, and ordinary individuals. This volume of Contemporary Austrian Studies presents a diverse array of Austrian lives and biographical approaches, highlighting both prominent political figures and the intellectual biographies of thinkers from pre- and post-World War II Vienna, such as Viktor Frankl and Eugenie Schwarzwald. Additionally, it explores the prosopographical study of everyday Austrians, illuminating the experiences of soldiers, prisoners of war, and farming families, thereby bringing to light the often-overlooked narratives of common people. The contributors emphasize the balance between factual accuracy and the biographer's imagination, offering intimate insights into the lives of intriguing individuals while also reflecting on the broader context of wartime Vienna. This collection underscores the ongoing need to explore and document the rich tapestry of Austrian lives, both notable and ordinary. …

Broschiert. Condition: Gut. 483 Seiten Der Erhaltungszustand des hier angebotenen Werks ist trotz seiner Bibliotheksnutzung sehr sauber und kann entsprechende Merkmale aufweisen (Rückenschild, Instituts-Stempel.). In ENGLISCHER Sprache. Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 720.

paperback. Condition: Acceptable. Acceptable - This is a significantly damaged book. It should be considered a reading copy only. Please order this book only if you are interested in the content and not the condition. May be ex-library. PAPERBACK Standard-sized.

Card Covers. Condition: Very Good. 8 pages with some browning to the bottom corner of each page, text is unaffected. Approximately A4 size, with illustrations. An authentic standalone issue of The Penny Magazine, extracted from a larger volume. Not a reprint or reproduction, but an original work in its own right. Preserved in a modern card cover, prepared for practicality - an unassuming but serviceable presentation that favours function over finery. Size: 18 x 28 cms. Category: Penny Magazine; Cosmo Books : 29 years on ABE, 47 years taking care of customers. A bookseller you can rely on.…

paperback. Condition: Good.