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Lifetime: 1881 - 1946 Passed: ≈ 78 years ago

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Paul Zech

Books by Paul Zech

schwarze Revier

Poetry Memoir Non-Fiction

Sonnets Poetry social commentary German Literature Labor Working class Impressionism Coal Mining Belgium Industrial landscape Life experience

In "Schwarze Revier", Paul Zech utilizes sonnets as the primary form to convey his experiences within a Belgian coal mining district. The text evokes a sense of the harsh realities of industrial life, revealing the physical and emotional toll on tho...

Schollenbuch

Poetry

Love Religion Nature Tradition Seasons Early Lyrical

This collection of early poems by Paul Zech explores traditional themes of nature, love, and religion. Written before the advent of Expressionism, these poems are characterized by their simplicity and lyrical beauty. The book is divided into four sec...

Feurige Busch

Poetry

Love Nature Rebellion social commentary Urban Life German Literature Modernism Dreams Disappointment Expressionism Industrial workers

In "Der Feurige Busch," Paul Zech delves into the lives of industrial workers, capturing their struggles and aspirations amidst the harsh realities of urban life. He vividly portrays their working conditions, living situations, and the natural world...

eiserne Brücke – Neue Gedichte

Poetry Non-Fiction Drama

Love Transformation Nature social commentary German Literature Modernism Industrialization Transition Lyric Poetry Expressionism Eroticism Zeitgeist

This collection of poems by Paul Zech, titled 'eiserne Brücke – Neue Gedichte,' showcases the evolution of his poetic style. The book is divided into three distinct sections. The first, 'Das grüne Ufer,' presents traditional nature poetry. The second...