The volume analyzes writers as intellectual figures in public discourse. The first section is devoted to the origins of the term 'intellectual' and the theory of intellectualism since the late 19th century. Part two looks at the concrete roles of writers as intellectuals during the Cold War. It contains studies on the intellectual consequences of Stalinism in the GDR, the two German PEN centers, the emergence of the concept of 'commitment' (Engagement) in West and East Germany, and on prominent individual authors like ...
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The volume analyzes writers as intellectual figures in public discourse. The first section is devoted to the origins of the term 'intellectual' and the theory of intellectualism since the late 19th century. Part two looks at the concrete roles of writers as intellectuals during the Cold War. It contains studies on the intellectual consequences of Stalinism in the GDR, the two German PEN centers, the emergence of the concept of 'commitment' (Engagement) in West and East Germany, and on prominent individual authors like Johannes R. Becher and Kasimir Edschmid.
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Volume 73. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 600grams, ISBN: 3484350733.
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PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT SHIP TO DENMARK. New Book. Shipped from UK in 4 to 14 days. Established seller since 2000. Please note we cannot offer an expedited shipping service from the UK.
