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“Toil of science swells the wealth of art.”

Quote by Friedrich Schiller

Book:Complete works. Ed. with careful rev. and new tr., by C.J. Hempel

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Complete works. Ed. with careful rev. and new tr., by C.J. Hempel

The Complete Works includes a selection of the author's writings, presented in a revised and translated format by C.J. Hempel. The collection aims to provide readers with a comprehensive view of the author's literary output. more

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Friedrich Schiller

Friedrich Schiller, born on November 10, 1759 and died on May 9, 1805, was a prominent German poet, playwright, and philosopher. His works had a profound impact on German literature and thought, and he is considered one of the most important figures in the history of German literature. more

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