Rilke, Europe, and the English-Speaking World

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Paperback, 282 blz. | Engels
Cambridge University Press | e druk, 2011
ISBN13: 9780521168373
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In this 1961 text, Professor Mason examines the complex of ambiguous attitudes which Rilke had towards Europe, in particular his hostility towards England and the English language. He proves that Rilke knew more English than he admitted, had English friends, and valued his English admirers. Professor Mason also shows that the heart of the matter is also at the heart of Rilke's poetry; that he identified England and above all America with forces which were robbing his Europe of its spiritual significance. The central passages of the Duino Elegies are thus seen from a fresh perspective. Professor Mason is writing of a genius who was also tiresome, and there is a pleasant astringent touch in many parts of the book. For readers of Rilke it is essential: written at a time when the European ideal had to be given life in England and substance in Europe, it provides any European with something to consider.

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ISBN13:9780521168373
Taal:Engels
Bindwijze:Paperback
Aantal pagina's:282

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Illustrations; Preface; 1. Introductory; 2. Rilke's conception of Europe; 3. Rilke and his native Austria; 4. Rilke and Germany; 5. Rilke and the English language; 6. Stereotyped estimates of Anglo-Saxon culture; 7. 'Neuromantik' and its English precursors; 8. Rilke and English literature after 1902; 9. Rilke and the Anglo-Saxon abroad; 10. Rilke's real quarrel with the English-speaking world; 11. Tributes; Excursuses; Appendix; Notes; General index; Index of Rilke's writings; Addenda.

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