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Romanzero by Heinrich Heine

Authors: Heine, Heinrich, 1797-1856

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By Abil Kile

"Romanzero" by Heinrich Heine is a collection of poems written in the mid-19th century. The themes of the collection encompass a blend of historical narratives, mythical allegories, and social commentary, reflecting Heine's sharp wit and unique perspective on life and culture. The poems address various characters and events, including kings, lovers...

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Unter den Wilden: Entdeckungen und Abenteuer by Adolf Heilborn

Authors: Heilborn, Adolf, 1873-1941

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By Abil Kile

"Unter den Wilden: Entdeckungen und Abenteuer" by Dr. Adolf Heilborn is a collection of travel accounts and adventures written in the early 20th century. The book highlights the explorations of various sea captains, with a focus on encounters with indigenous peoples and the exotic landscapes of distant islands. The opening sets the stage for a narr...

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Grevinde by Hermann Heiberg

Authors: Heiberg, Hermann, 1840-1910

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By Abil Kile

"Grevinde" by Hermann Heiberg is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The plot centers around Graf Axel Dehn, a young nobleman who journeys to the mysterious Rankholm Castle to seek a bride, the noble Gräfin Imgjor Lavard. The story unfolds against a backdrop steeped in aristocratic traditions and the complexities of relationships among...

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Wissenschaft der Logik — Band 2 by Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel

Authors: Hegel, Georg Wilhelm Friedrich, 1770-1831

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By Abil Kile

"Wissenschaft der Logik — Band 2" by Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel is a philosophical treatise written during the early 19th century. This significant work forms part of Hegel's larger system of philosophy and primarily explores the concept of subjective logic, or the theory of the concept itself. Hegel delves into topics such as the nature of conc...

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Nick Tappoli by J. C. Heer

Authors: Heer, J. C. (Jakob Christoph), 1859-1925

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By Abil Kile

"Nick Tappoli" by J. C. Heer is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in the small town of Eglisau, Switzerland, and revolves around the lives of its residents, particularly focusing on the lives of the Tappoli family and their relations with others in the community. Central to the narrative are the characters Ulrich Junghans...

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Bagdad, Babylon, Ninive by Sven Anders Hedin

Authors: Hedin, Sven Anders, 1865-1952

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By Abil Kile

"Bagdad, Babylon, Ninive" by Sven Anders Hedin is a travel narrative written during the early 20th century. The book chronicles the author’s journey through the ancient regions of Mesopotamia amidst the backdrop of World War I. Hedin aims to explore the historical significance of cities like Bagdad and Babylon, while also engaging with contemporane...

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Nietzsche, sein Leben und seine Lehre by Karl Heckel

Authors: Heckel, Karl, 1858-1923

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By Abil Kile

"Nietzsche, sein Leben und seine Lehre" by Karl Heckel is a biographical and philosophical examination written in the early 20th century. The text delves into the life and teachings of Friedrich Nietzsche, exploring the influences and contexts that shaped his philosophy. It seems to primarily address Nietzsche’s relationships with contemporaries su...

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Schnock: ein niederländisches Gemälde by Friedrich Hebbel

Authors: Hebbel, Friedrich, 1813-1863

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By Abil Kile

"Schnock: ein niederländisches Gemälde" by Friedrich Hebbel is a fictional narrative written during the early 19th century. The story is set in a small Dutch town and introduces the character of Schnock, a seemingly simple carpenter caught in complex social dynamics, as he navigates an incident involving a dangerous criminal and the ensuing chaos a...

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Nachtgespräche by Auguste Hauschner

Authors: Hauschner, Auguste, 1850-1924

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By Abil Kile

"Nachtgespräche" by Auguste Hauschner is a fictional narrative likely written in the early 20th century. The opening sets the scene of an arduous journey on a train from Berlin to Vienna, featuring an assortment of travelers who are initially strangers but soon find themselves united by circumstance. The narrative explores themes of shared human ex...