Friedrich Schiller

Friedrich Schiller was a remarkable German poet, philosopher, and playwright whose contributions to literature and thought have left a lasting impact on the Western canon. Born in 1759 in Marbach am Neckar, Schiller's early life was marked by a strict military upbringing, but he soon found his passion in writing. His friendships with other luminaries, like Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, were pivotal in shaping his artistic vision. Schiller's works often delve into themes of freedom, beauty, and the human spirit, reflecting his profound belief in the transformative power of art and literature.

As you explore Schiller's diverse body of work, from his stirring plays like "The Robbers" to his lyrical poetry, you'll discover a thinker deeply engaged with the moral complexities of his time. His writings invite readers to reflect on the ideals of liberty and justice, making them as relevant today as they were in the late 18th century. Dive into his world, and let Schiller's eloquence and insight inspire your own journey through the richness of human experience.

History of the Thirty Years War, Volume 1

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The History of the Thirty Years War is a five volume work, which followed his very successful History of the Revolt of the Netherlands. Writ…

History of the Thirty Years War, Volume 3

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The History of the Thirty Years War is a five volume work, which followed his very successful History of the Revolt of the Netherlands. Writ…

History of the Thirty Years War, Volume 2

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The History of the Thirty Years War is a five volume work, which followed his very successful History of the Revolt of the Netherlands. Writ…

Mary Stuart

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Schiller's tragedy depicts the final days of Mary, Queen of Scots, who has been imprisoned by her cousin, Queen Elizabeth I, because of her …

Love and Intrigue

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Ferdinand is an army major and son of President von Walter, a high-ranking noble in a German duke's court, while Luise Miller is the daughte…

The Power of Song

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of The Power of Song by Friedrich Schiller. Translated by Edgar A. BowringThis was the Fortnigh…

History of the Thirty Years War, Volume 4

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Volume Four covers the battle of Lutzen (November, 1633) to the death of Wallenstein (February, 1634) focusing on the reaction of the Protes…

The Criminal from Lost Honour

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"In the whole history of man there is no chapter more instructive for the heart and mind than the annals of his errors. On the occasion…

Suppressed Poems

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This is a collection of poems by German classical poet Friedrich Schiller. These poems have all been suppressed in the past for different re…

Poems of Schiller - 1st Period

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Poems by the German Classical poet Friedrich von Schiller from his first period (until 1785) in English translations by Edgar A. Bowring et …

The Camp of Wallenstein

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This is the first play of Friedrich Schiller's Wallenstein Trilogy. Set in a Bohemian camp during the Thirty Years War, it introduces the ma…

Poems of Schiller - 2nd Period

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Poems by Friedrich Schiller in his second period 1785 onwards. - Summary by Alan Mapstone

History of the Thirty Years War, Volume 5

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Volume 5 concludes the History of the Thirty Years War in Germany. [Note From the first PG etext of this work: Separate sources indicate th…

Don Carlos

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Don Carlos is a Dramatic Poem in 5 acts written by the German classical playwright and poet Friedrich von Schiller. It was first performed o…

Einige Gedichte

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Dies ist eine kleine Auswahl aus den Gedichten von Friedrich Schiller. Es finden sich hierbei sowohl sehr bekannte Gedichte, wie Das Lied vo…

The Conflict

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Multilingual Monthly Poetry Project is a project oriented to gather multiple translations and multiple contributions of one chosen poem for …

Geschichte des dreißigjährigen Kriegs

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Schiller (1759 - 1805), einer der Weimarer Klassiker, bekannt als Dichter und Dramatiker, studierte zunächst Medizin, wirkte auch als P…

Don Carlos, Infant von Spanien - Ein dramatisches Gedicht

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Don Karlos, Infant von Spanien ist ein Drama von Friedrich Schiller. Es behandelt vordergründig politisch-gesellschaftliche Konflikte –…

Kleinere Schriften

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1. Vorrede zu der Geschichte des Maltheserordens nach Vertot von M. N. bearbeitet. (1792)2. Herzog von Alba bei einem Frühstück au…

Historische Übersichten

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Historische Übersichten by Friedrich von Schiller (1759 – 1805). Schiller, einer der Weimarer Klassiker, bekannt als Dichter und Dramat…

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