Suppressed Poems
'Suppressed Poems' Summary
The collection of poems titled "Suppressed Poems by Friedrich Schiller" brings together some of Schiller's most controversial works. These poems deal with a wide range of topics, including religion, politics, and love. They are passionate, challenging, and thought-provoking.
One of the most famous poems in the collection is "The God of War." This poem is a scathing attack on the Catholic Church and its role in the Thirty Years' War. Schiller argues that the Church is responsible for the bloodshed and suffering that has been caused by the war.
Another notable poem in the collection is "The Song of the Bell." This poem is a celebration of the French Revolution. Schiller sees the Revolution as a sign of hope for the future, and he urges his readers to join the fight for freedom and equality.
The poems in "Suppressed Poems by Friedrich Schiller" offer a glimpse into the mind of a revolutionary. They are a testament to Schiller's commitment to social justice and his belief in the power of poetry to change the world.
In addition to the poems mentioned above, the collection also includes poems about such topics as suicide, atheism, and the nature of love. These poems are all written in Schiller's characteristically passionate and lyrical style. They are a powerful reminder of the importance of free speech and the dangers of censorship.
The collection of "Suppressed Poems by Friedrich Schiller" is a must-read for anyone interested in Schiller's work or in the history of censorship. It is a window into the mind of a revolutionary and a reminder of the power of poetry to challenge the status quo.
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Friedrich Schiller
Germany
Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller was a German playwright, poet, and philosopher. During the last seventeen years of his life (1788–1805), Schiller developed a productive, if complicated,...
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