Heine Collected Works. Travelogue Volume

Author: (German) Heinrich Heine
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Publish Date: 2002-04-01
Features: Heinrich Heine was a versatile writer. Even in the 1820s, when he rose to prominence as an outstanding lyrical poet, he wrote the tragedies Almansor and Ratker Kleve, showcasing his talents as a dramatist. The Book of Songs and Traveler's Sketches earned him nearly simultaneous crowns, securing victories in both poetry and prose. After fleeing to Paris in 1831, Heine presented himself to readers as a profound and perceptive thinker, dazzling critics who compared him to a brilliant, sparkling diamond with multifaceted sides, each revealing his extraordinary new talents. This book introduces the exceptional genius and unique style Heine demonstrated in his travel writings.