{"title":"Friedrich Hölderlin","description":"\u003cp\u003eFriedrich Hölderlin, an iconic figure in German literature, is best known for his profound influence on poetry and philosophy. Born in 1770, Hölderlin's work is celebrated for its lyrical beauty, intricate structure, and deep engagement with themes of nature, spirituality, and the complexities of the human condition. His writing often reflects a search for balance between the divine and the terrestrial, resonating with readers seeking both aesthetic pleasure and philosophical depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection, featuring works such as \u003cem\u003eSelected Poems and Fragments\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into Hölderlin's rich poetic landscape. His poems are not merely creative expressions but also reflect his intense existential explorations and understanding of classical antiquity. A grasp of Arts \u0026amp; Culture is deepened through the enigmatic and evocative style that Hölderlin champions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned lover of poetry or new to the enchanting world of German literature, Friedrich Hölderlin's works offer an enriching experience. They invite readers to ponder over life’s profound questions while appreciating poetic artistry at its finest.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"selected-poems-and-fragments-by-friedrich-holderlin-9780140424164","title":"Selected Poems and Fragments","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael Hamburger's distinguished translation of a selection of poems by German poet Friedrich Hölderlin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFriedrich Hölderlin (1770-1843) is now recognised as one of Europe's supreme poets. He first found his true voice in the epigrams and odes he wrote when transfigured by his love for the wife of a rich banker. He later embarked on an extraordinarily ambitious sequence of hymns exploring cosmology and history, from mythological times to the discovery of America and his own era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 'Canticles of Night', by contrast, include enigmatic fragments in an unprecedented style, which anticipates the Symbolists and Surrealists. Together, the works collected in \u003cem\u003eSelected Poems and Fragments\u003c\/em\u003e show Hölderlin's use of Classical and Christian imagery and his exploration of cosmology and history in an attempt to find meaning in an uncertain world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46551476109548,"sku":"9780140424164","price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27129413482237.jpg?v=1750005336"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/friedrich-holderlin.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}