"Poems and Ballads of Heinrich Heine" by Heinrich Heine is a compilation of 19th-century poems exploring love, identity, and societal pressures through a mix of romanticism and wit. The collection starts with the author's background, highlighting his Jewish heritage in a Christian-dominated world and early influences, including his love for his mother and reflections on painful relationships. Heine's verses are filled with rich imagery and strong emotions, establishing the stage for the diverse themes found throughout the collection.
Poems and Ballads of Heinrich Heine
By Heinrich Heine
Journey through nineteenth-century verses where themes of cultural identity, societal norms, and romance intertwine, revealing humor amidst the emotions of the time.
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2010-03-21
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About the AuthorChristian Johann Heinrich Heine was a German poet, writer and literary critic. He is best known outside Germany for his early lyric poetry, which was set to music in the form of Lieder by composers such as Robert Schumann and Franz Schubert.
Christian Johann Heinrich Heine was a German poet, writer and literary critic. He is best known outside Germany for his early lyric poetry, which was set to music in the form of Lieder by composers such as Robert Schumann and Franz Schubert.
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