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Quote by Paul Celan

“German poetry is going in a very different direction from French poetry.... Its language has become more sober, more factual. It distrusts "beauty." It tries to be truthful.”

Quote by Paul Celan

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Collected Prose

This collection brings together a range of prose pieces, including short stories, essays, and other narrative forms, offering readers a diverse and comprehensive view of the author's or authors' writing abilities and thematic interests. more

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Paul Celan
Paul Celan

Paul Celan, born on November 23, 1920, and died on April 20, 1970, was one of the greatest German poets of the 20th century. He is known for his profound poetry and unique linguistic style. more

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