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Hyperionby Friedrich Holderlin
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Hyperionis a novel of remarkable emotional force, poetic sublimity, and enduring influence. This sole novel by the iconic German lyric poet explores the pivotal phases of a poet's life journey, the struggle for freedom, the divinity of nature and love, and the meaning of solitude. Friedrich Hlderlin's gestures toward a higher spiritual unity left their mark on the founding texts of the nineteenth century. Friedrich Hlderlin(17701843) has achieved recognition as one of the greatest German poets of lyrical verse. His work had a profound influence on German Romanticism. Ross Benjaminis a freelance writer and translator living in Brooklyn, New York. His reviews have appeared in Bookforum, The Nation, and The New York Times. About the AuthorFriedrich Hlderlin (1770 1843) achieved recognition as one of the greatest German poets of lyrical verse. Schoolmate of Hegel and Schelling, Holderlin's poems contain threads of philosophical thinking and Greek dramatic themes. Holderlin wrote Hyperion, his only extended prose work, shortly before being institutionalized for his mental instabilities. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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