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The Dramatic Works of G. E. Lessing

The Dramatic Works of G. E. Lessing

Lessing, Gotthold Ephraim
Zimmern, Helen
Bell, Ernest

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ISBN10: 1023255189
ISBN13: 9781023255189
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 1002
Weight: 3.45
Height: 2.06 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

Explore the brilliance of 18th-century German drama with The Dramatic Works of G. E. Lessing. This collection presents four seminal works by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing, a towering figure of the Enlightenment. Included are Miss Sara Sampson, Philotas, Emilia Galotti, and Nathan the Wise, each a powerful exploration of philosophical and social themes through the lens of tragedy.

Lessing's plays, presented here in English translation, offer a compelling glimpse into the intellectual landscape of his time. His work is characterized by its sharp wit, moral complexity, and profound engagement with questions of reason, faith, and justice. This volume showcases Lessing's mastery of dramatic form and his enduring influence on European literature. A cornerstone of German drama, this collection is essential for anyone interested in philosophical drama and the literature of the Enlightenment.

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