The History of Yiddish Literature in the Nineteenth Century
Enriched edition.By Leo Wiener
Length10h 55m
About this audiobook
Leo Wiener's "The History of Yiddish Literature in the Nineteenth Century" stands as a pivotal scholarly work that intricately weaves the evolution of Yiddish literature within the broader tapestry of cultural and historical movements of the time. With a blend of rigorous academic analysis and engaging prose, Wiener delves into the emergence of Yiddish as a literary language amidst the backdrop of socio-political upheavals and national awakenings. His exploration spans various genres, offering insights into prominent authors and their contributions, while contextualizing the literature within the framework of Jewish life in Eastern Europe, thus establishing Yiddish literature as a vital component of Jewish cultural identity in the 19th century. Leo Wiener, a noted scholar and a significant figure in the field of Yiddish studies, was deeply influenced by his own Jewish heritage and the vibrant cultural milieu of Eastern European Jewry. His academic journey, marked by a passion for philology and a commitment to documenting the Jewish experience, galvanized his interest in Yiddish literature, which he viewed as an essential expression of Jewish resilience and creativity amidst adversity. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Jewish studies, literature, or cultural history. Wiener's meticulous research and insightful interpretations not only illuminate the specificities of Yiddish literature but also provoke thought on broader themes of identity, cultural survival, and the dynamics of language. As such, it offers invaluable knowledge for scholars, students, and general readers alike.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics
Length10 hrs 55 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJun 3, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
19IIIIII. DAIGES NĀCH DEM TŌDT ('Mescholim,' etc., p. 225)
2III. FOLKLORE
20IVIV. DER ELENDER SUCHT DIE RUHE ('Makel Noam,' Vol. I. pp. 71-75)
3IV. THE FOLKSONG
21VV. DIWREE CHOCHMO ('Saeefer Musser Haskel,' pp. 22, 23)
4V. PRINTED POPULAR POETRY
22VIVI. DIE STIEFMUTTER ('Jüdische Lieder,' pp. 40-43)
5VI. OTHER ASPECTS OF POETRY BEFORE THE EIGHTIES
23VIIVII. DIE MUME SOSJE ('Die Jüdene,' pp. 65-67)
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6VII. POETRY SINCE THE EIGHTIES IN RUSSIA
24VIIIVIII. SEMER LE-SSIMCHAS TŌRE ('Ssichas Chulin,' pp. 30-34)
7VIII. POETRY SINCE THE EIGHTIES IN AMERICA
25IXIX. DIE KLATSCHE ('Die Klatsche,' Odessa, 1889, pp. 17-20)
8IX. PROSE WRITERS FROM 1817-1863
26XX. TUNEJADEWKE ('Binjāmin ha-Schlischi,' pp. 6-9)
9X. PROSE WRITERS FROM 1863-1881: ABRAMOWITSCH
27XIXI. A HARTER BISSEN (Hausfreund, Vol. II. pp. 22-25)
10XI. PROSE WRITERS FROM 1863-1881: LINETZKI, DICK
28XIIXII. STEMPENJU'S FIEDELE ('Stempenju,' pp. 8-10)
11XII. PROSE WRITERS SINCE 1881: SPEKTOR
29XIIIXIII. DER TALMUD (Jüdische Volksbibliothēk, Vol. II. pp. 195-197)
12XIII. PROSE WRITERS SINCE 1881: RABINOWITSCH, PEREZ
30XIVXIV. DĀS JÜDISCHE KIND (Hausfreund, p. 44)
13XIV. PROSE WRITERS SINCE 1881: IN AMERICA
31XVXV. DER ADELIGER KĀTER (Emeth, Vol. I. p. 62)
14XV. THE JEWISH THEATRE
32XVIXVI. JONKIPER (Hausfreund, Vol. II. pp. 88-91)
15XVI. OTHER ASPECTS OF LITERATURE
33XVIIXVII. AUF'N BUSEN VUN JAM ('Songs from the Ghetto,'[120] pp. 70-76)
16CHRESTOMATHY
34XVIIIXVIII. BONZJE SCHWEIG' (Literatur un' Leben, pp. 11-22)
17II. ECCLESIASTES (Chap. I. 1-11)
35I. APPENDIX BIBLIOGRAPHY
18IIII. DIE MALPE ('Mescholim,' etc., p. 106)
36I. APPENDIX BIBLIOGRAPHY
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