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Deutsche Humoristen, 7. Band (von 8)
by Anna Croissant-Rust, Ottomar Enking, Rudolf Greinz, Wilhelm Schussen, Ludwig Thoma
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Description
This volume is the seventh installment in a long‑standing series that gathers some of the most entertaining works from German literary humorists. Compiled by a charitable foundation devoted to preserving the nation’s cultural heritage, the collection reflects the early‑20th‑century effort to make quality literature accessible to a broad public through affordable, well‑illustrated books.
Inside, listeners will find a lively mix of witty poems, clever sketches, and short humorous narratives that capture the playful spirit of their authors. The pieces range from gentle satire of everyday life to sharp, tongue‑in‑cheek commentary on society, all rendered in clear, expressive language that comes alive in audio form. Light illustrations originally accompanied the texts, adding a visual charm that the narration helps to recreate through vivid storytelling.
Details
Language
de
Duration
~2 hours (168K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2016-11-06
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
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About the authors
Anna Croissant-Rust
1860–1943
A pioneering voice of German literary naturalism, she wrote vivid stories of working lives, small-town worlds, and the changing culture around turn-of-the-century Munich. Though little known today, she was a notable presence in the city’s literary circles and the only woman in the Society for Modern Life.
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Ottomar Enking
1867–1937
Best known for vivid stories of North German small-town life, this German novelist also worked across drama, poetry, and translation. His 1903 novel Familie P. C. Behm was his biggest success and helped make him a notable voice of the Heimatkunst movement.
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Rudolf Greinz
1866–1942
Known for warm, lively stories rooted in Tyrolean life, this Austrian writer also worked as a poet and novelist. His books range from local-color tales in dialect to popular love and marriage novels.
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Wilhelm Schussen
1874–1956
A schoolteacher turned writer from Upper Swabia, he became known for stories and poems rooted in everyday life around Lake Constance and the Danube. His work carries a strong sense of place and helped preserve the voice and character of his region.
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Ludwig Thoma
1867–1921
Best known for sharp, funny portraits of Bavarian life, this German writer turned everyday speech and local politics into memorable satire. His work ranges from warm village comedy to pointed social criticism, which helped make him one of the most widely read authors in southern Germany.
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