The purpose of this study is to report the reactions and criticism of those German; Swiss; and Austrian authors who commented on Lesshy; sings Emilia Galotti from the time of its creation to the twentieth century and to note the various degrees to which it influenced writers of different personal and literary bent. It will be seen that the represhy; sentatives of a given literary trend; although regarding the play primarily in the light of their own ideals; were not necessarily in accord with one another over certain of its aspects. Emilia Galotti is especially suited to this kind of investigation because it took form in an age when interest in principles of dramatic composition was particularly intense; and because it was written by a figure who was perhaps most influential in the discussions centering on them. Emilia Galotti further lends itself to this study because; despite the fact that it has remained an extremely enigmatic work; it was and continues to be a highly popular play; having been. translated into at least twelve foreign languages and having also had an overture written in its honor.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Awesome!By J.K. RidleyI had to read this book for my literature class an it was one of my favorite texts all year. The plays were so well written that it was easy to imagine the vivid scenes described in Sophocles tragedies. The depth of character was wonderful. My favorite of the three plays was the "Antigone" because it grappled with the questions of just laws and the priority of the laws of God over those of man. This book is great for teens and up; really great reading for a rainy day! :)0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A Bookworm Bucket List ReadBy Lisa Marie DickinsonAntigone and Oedipus are my favorite Greek tragedies and this particular translation/annotated collection is very clear and one of my favorite versions so far. If you have never had the pleasure of reading these classic plays; I would highly suggest this copy of it. A lot of the material is background but it can be very helpful for people who are not aware of the stories or just Greek tragedies in general.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I like this translation as an English teacherBy EnglishTeacherI like this translation as an English teacher; but I thought it was a bit pricey for the three plays when you can get the same trilogy at other stores for less.
