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Thomas Mann’s monumental novel offers a captivating exploration of a decaying European society on the brink of the First World War. Set against the backdrop of a luxurious sanatorium nestled high in the Swiss Alps, we delve into the lives of a diverse cast of characters from the bourgeois elite, each grappling with ailments, particularly consumption, while simultaneously indulging in the pleasures and distractions of life. This rich narrative interweaves elements of surreal comedy, stark tragedy, and profound allegory, establishing Manns work as a cornerstone of twentieth-century literature....

Thomas Mann, author of Death in Venice (German: Der Tod in Venedig) was a winner of the Nobel Prize for literature. The main character in this novella is Gustav von Aschenbach, a famous author in his early 50s who was widowed at an early age. In poor health, he visits Venice and becomes increasingly obsessed by the sight of a stunningly beautiful lad of 14. This book has been acclaimed a masterpiece and in 1971 was adapted as a film starring Dirk Bogarde.View our full collection of podcasts at our website: https://www.solgoodmedia.com or YouTube channel: https://www.solgood.org/subscribe Check...

How can democracy be renewed and defended today? A collaboration of the Thomas Mann House, the Goethe Institute, Wunderbar Together, and the Los Angeles Review of Books.

"De Toverberg" van Thomas Mann wordt beschouwd als een van de grootste literaire meesterwerken van de 20e eeuw. Literatuurwetenschapper drs. Michiel Hagdorn gaat in op de historische, intellectuele en structurele aspecten.

Dive into a charming narrative that captures the simplicity and wisdom reminiscent of Francis d’Assisi, infused with a modern touch of humor and sophistication. This delightful work offers a refreshing escape from the burdens of daily life. It stands out as one of the most insightful explorations of canine psychology ever penned—tender yet unsentimental, realistic, and rich in masterful observation. Ultimately, it is a piece of exquisite literary artistry that will resonate with all who cherish the companionship of dogs.

Hochkarätiger kann man ein Wunschkonzert kaum besetzen: Im Frühsommer 1954 kommentierte Thomas Mann für die Sendereihe "Wer wünscht was?" des Süddeutschen Rundfunks seine Lieblingsstücke klassischer Musik und las aus den Romanen "Der Zauberberg" und "Doktor Faustus". In dieser Rarität aus den Archiven führt Sie der berühmte Schriftsteller selbst von Richard Wagners "Lohengrin"-Vorspiel über Ludwig van Beethovens "Leonoren-Ouvertüre", Lieder von Franz Schubert und Robert Schumann bis hin zu Claude Debussys "Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune".

Simple and unpretentious as a statement by Francis d’Assisi, yet full of a gentle modern sophistication and humour, this little work will bring delight and refreshment to all who seek flight from the heavy-laden hour. It is, moreover, one of the most subtle and penetrating studies of the psychology of the dog that has ever been written—tender yet unsentimental, realistic and full of the detail of masterly observation and description, yet in its final form and precipitation a work of exquisite literary art. - Summary from the Foreword by Herman George Scheffauer

Aus der westfälischen Provinz zum Rockstar Seit fünf Jahrzehnten spielt Schlagzeuger Bertram Engel als festes Bandmitglied bei zwei absoluten Stars der Rockmusik: Udo Lindenberg und Peter Maffay. Mit beiden verbinden ihn große Erfolge, vor allem aber zahlreiche legendäre Erlebnisse.