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Der Biberpelz
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GermanFiction AnthologiesPlays
ISBN13: 9781148061702
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Mar 28 2010
Pages: 316
Weight: 0.98
Height: 0.66 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: German
Gerhart Hauptmann's Der Biberpelz (The Beaver Coat) is a classic of German dramatic literature, first performed in 1893. This play is a sharp social satire, exposing the corruption and hypocrisy prevalent in Wilhelmine Germany. Set in a village near Berlin, the story revolves around Mutter Wolffen, a cunning and resourceful washerwoman who resorts to petty theft to survive. Her exploits are contrasted with the pompous and inept government officials who are supposedly upholding the law.
Hauptmann masterfully uses humor and irony to critique the social and political climate of his time. Der Biberpelz remains relevant today as a timeless commentary on power, class, and the human struggle for survival. Its enduring appeal lies in its engaging characters, witty dialogue, and insightful portrayal of societal flaws.
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