Jean Paul
Jean Paul, born Johann Paul Friedrich Richter, was a German Romantic writer, best known for his humorous novels and stories. His works often blend fantasy and reality, and he is considered one of the most important German authors of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
Books
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1. Siebenkäs
Flower, Fruit, and Thorn Pieces
The novel is a complex, satirical love story set in provincial Germany during the late 18th century. The protagonist, a poor and idealistic lawyer, is trapped in an unhappy marriage with a shrewish wife. To escape his miserable existence, he fakes his own death and assumes a new identity. The book is filled with philosophical musings, humorous anecdotes, and vivid descriptions of rural life, reflecting the author's unique blend of realism and romanticism.
The 3025th Greatest Book of All Time
