The Poetics of Scepticism
Gottfried Keller and die Leute von Seldwyla
Published on 14. June 1994
Book
Hardback
216 pages
978-0-85496-903-6 (ISBN)
Description
Gottfried Keller is arguably the greatest prose writer of 19th century Switzerland. This study examines his best-known work, Die Leute von Seldwyla, a cycle of ten tales. By means of a close reading, this study uncovers a whole number of undercurrents and tensions in the seemingly sturdy narratives of rural life. In the range and thoughtfulness of his debate with the social, historical and psychological experience of his own age and culture, Keller emerges as a writer of significant stature.
Reviews / Votes
'A well-designed index of names, titles and themes makes the book easy to use. It represents a major contribution to Keller issues.' Forum for Modern Language Studies 'The approach is refreshingly pragmatic and the judgements convincing. There is much here that will interest both the Keller specialist and the student readership.' The Year's work in Modern Language Studies, Vol 56 'Swales' approach is subtle, and her efforts to show the uncertainties and doubts embedded in Keller's ostensible bourgeois stolidity are fruitful. Recommended for collections strong in European and comparative literature.' Academic Liberary Book ReviewMore details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Illustrations
bibliography, index
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 138 mm
Thickness: 16 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-85496-903-6 (9780854969036)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Erika Swales Lecturer and Fellow in German,King's College, Cambridge
Content
Art and architecture; birth, marriage and death; cinema and photography; clothing; colours; cooking and eating; crimes and criminals; describing people.