Hymns And Fragments by Freidrich Hölderlin
Poems in the Manner of Pindar
This book is a collection of lyric poetry that delves into the profound depths of human experience, intertwining the personal with the mythic and the natural world. The poems reflect a deep engagement with the philosophical and aesthetic ideas of the time, exploring themes of beauty, transcendence, and the divine. The poet's intense relationship with nature and the ancient Greek tradition is evident, as is his struggle with mental illness, which adds a poignant layer to the work. The verses oscillate between jubilant celebration of the divine in the ordinary and a melancholic yearning for a lost unity with the cosmos, offering a rich tapestry of emotional and intellectual contemplation.
The 8714th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1984
- Nationality
- German
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- German
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