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Primal Vision: Selected Prose Poetry

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Gottfried Benn, a German writer and doctor who served in both World War I and World War II, occupies a curious place in the annals of modern literature. His contribution to German letters in the 20th century is undeniable, but his work centers so strongly on the grotesque and horrible that he has never risen to the levels of adoration reserved for poets like Rilke. This is understandable, but a bit of a shame. Benn was also a supporter of National Socialism in its early days but turned against the regime after the Night of the Long Knives. Primal Vision is a comprehensive collection of his poems and prose. The prose works are translated into English , and the poems are printed in both English translation and in the original German. This book is perfect for English readers who have never before encountered Benn.

Language: English

Pages: 324

Format: Paperback

Publisher: New Directions

Release: January 17, 1971

ISBN: 0811200086

ISBN 13: 9780811200080

Primal Vision: Selected Prose Poetry

4/5 ( ratings)

Gottfried Benn, a German writer and doctor who served in both World War I and World War II, occupies a curious place in the annals of modern literature. His contribution to German letters in the 20th century is undeniable, but his work centers so strongly on the grotesque and horrible that he has never risen to the levels of adoration reserved for poets like Rilke. This is understandable, but a bit of a shame. Benn was also a supporter of National Socialism in its early days but turned against the regime after the Night of the Long Knives. Primal Vision is a comprehensive collection of his poems and prose. The prose works are translated into English , and the poems are printed in both English translation and in the original German. This book is perfect for English readers who have never before encountered Benn.

Language: English

Pages: 324

Format: Paperback

Publisher: New Directions

Release: January 17, 1971

ISBN: 0811200086

ISBN 13: 9780811200080

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