Wielands Werke Band 11.1: Text

by Klaus Manger, Tina Hartmann (Editor)

Christoph Martin Wieland (1733-1813) is one of the most significant writers of the Rococo and the Enlightenment; he is considered to be the founder of the Bildungsroman as well as the forerunner of the Weimar Classical period, and was also an outstanding editor and translator. This edition comprising his extensive collected works, published in its entirety for the first time, is the result of an important endeavor which is long overdue and very significant for literary history: the 36 volumes present not only his poetic works, but also Wieland's definitive translations (including Shakespeare and Cicero) in chronological order, whereby each volume is supplemented by a commentary volume. This high-quality edition is sure to become a standard work for scientists as well as interested laypersons. Key features: Sure to become a definitive edition of the collected works of Christoph Martin Wieland First integrated presentation of Wieland's works and translations in chronological order Extensive commentary and culture-historical explanation of all works

763 pages, ebook

First published July 15, 2010