Encyclopedia of German Literature
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| Rating | : | 4.35 (852 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1579581382 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 1136 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-11-08 |
| Language | : | English |
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From Library Journal It must be a daunting challenge to compile an encyclopedia of a literature so deeply rooted in the multitude of political ideologies that have emerged in response to Germany's chaotic history. Inevitably, one can quibble with the coverage; it certainly seems odd that Erich Maria Remarque's celebrated antiwar novel, All Quiet on the Western Front, does not get a separate entry even if it is acknowledged in the surprisingly brief blurb on Remarque. Still, this is a minor flaw that does not diminish the quality of a wide-ranging reference tool with a useful interdisciplinary approach to its subject. Refreshingly long and elaborate, the essay-like entries cover three main categories: authors, works (novels, books of poetry, and essays), and topics, the last encompassing everything from literary terms a
Five stars (at least!) for content, 2 stars for copy editing E. A. Moon This encyclopedia is absolutely terrific in terms of its content, breadth, and readability. There is nothing like it in English that I am aware of, save for the Oxford Companion to German Literature, which has a UK/European bias and which is not nearly as exhaustive. The editors and contributors are academics based in US universities. The entries are wonderfully written and cover major (and not so well-known) . A Customer said A remarkable reference work. This excellent reference work has detailed and informative entries that cover a wide range of topics on established as well as more recent subjects. Articles are consistently well written and engaging and display a variety of approaches and methods. Very useful for both specialized scholars of German and students new to the field. I haven't come across the many typos of which the other reviewer mentions. Highl. fine work RedSoxNation! fine work with broad range covering all areas of german literature. excellent contributors, easy and transparent organization. great asset for libraries!
First Published in 2000. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.