Goethe and Hafiz: Poetry and History in the "West-östlicher Divan"
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THE THESIS
This book investigates the intricate relationship between the poetry of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and the Persian poet Hafiz, exploring their historical and literary connections. Shamel examines how Goethe's
THE SCOPE MAP
- Analysis of Goethe's "West-östlicher Divan" in relation to Hafiz's poetry.
- Exploration of historical and cultural exchanges between German and Persian literary traditions.
- Examination of thematic parallels and divergences in the works of Goethe and Hafiz.
- Discussion of the concept of "Weltliteratur" (World Literature) as exemplified by this poetic dialogue.
- Contextualization of Goethe's engagement with Eastern poetry within his broader intellectual development.
- Consideration of the reception and influence of Hafiz on European literature.
- Scholarly analysis of poetic form, style, and philosophical underpinnings.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
The book is likely to be regarded as a significant contribution to the study of comparative literature, particularly concerning the influence of Persian poetry on German Romanticism. Scholars will likely appreciate its detailed textual analysis and historical contextualization of Goethe's engagement with Hafiz. The work is expected to appeal to specialists in German and Persian literature, as well as those interested in the broader concept of world literature and cross-cultural literary influence.
Page Count:
265
Publication Date:
2013-01-01
ISBN-10:
3034308817
ISBN-13:
9783034308816
Non-Fiction
History
Literary Criticism
Comparative
German
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