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Karl Kraus - Apocalyptic Satirist: Culture and Catastrophe in Habsburg Vienna (Paperback, New Ed)
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Karl Kraus - Apocalyptic Satirist: Culture and Catastrophe in Habsburg Vienna (Paperback, New Ed)
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This is a fascinating study of the life and work of Karl Kraus,
brilliant Austrian writer, satirist and personality of fin de
siecle Vienna. This encyclopaedic study of his life, his work and
his generation will be of great interest to both the enthusiast and
the general student of European culture. Drawing on unfamiliar
sources, Edward Timms analyses Kraus's involvement in the
fundamental ideological issues of his time, and shows that Kraus's
political position - caught between traditional Habsburg loyalties
and new democratic commitments - was far more complex than has
previously been suspected. 'A major landmark in Kraus studies, and
an important contribution to our understanding of the culture of
the early twentieth century. It abounds in discoveries and
insights.' Times Higher Education Supplement 'Timm's lucid prose,
his masterly organization of the voluminous material he treats, his
excellent translations of the documents he cites and his broad,
readable portrayal of Viennese fin-de-siecle culture makes this
study accessible to the average reader and a pleasure for the
literary professional ...An example of German studies at its
best.'European Studies Journal 'This study, which takes us to the
end of the Great War, is unquestionably the most detailed and
thoughtful book about him in amy language. Edward Timms' account
skilfully interweaves his life, times and work.' The Listener
'Timms successfully weaves a colourful, and thoroughly researched
and documented account of essential cultural currents in Habsburg
Vienna around his central figure. Copious illustrations and
photographs enhance a most enjoyable text, making this an ideal
introduction to Kraus and his work.' Choice Edward Timms is
lecturer in German at the University of Cambridge and a fellow of
Gonville and Caius College.
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