Verbrecher Aus Verlorener Ehre

Verbrecher aus verlorener Ehre

by Friedrich Schiller

Friedrich Schiller's "Verbrecher aus verlorener Ehre" is a non-fiction account of a true crime story, exploring themes of honor, reputation, and the devastating consequences of societal pressures. Published in 1786 under the title "Verbrechen aus Infamie", the work examines a specific case involving a man driven to commit a crime due to the perceived loss of his honor and social standing. The narrative delves into the complexities of guilt, justice, and the moral dilemmas that arise from societal expectations and the pursuit of revenge.

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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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