Kaunis Saksa : Sarja saksalaista lyriikkaa by Uuno Kailas

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Kaunis Saksa: Sarja saksalaista lyriikkaa by Uuno Kailas is a collection of German poetry translated into Finnish, published during the early 20th century, specifically in the year 1924. This anthology features a selection of lyrical works by prominent German poets, capturing various themes and emotions. The book serves as a bridge, allowing Finnish readers to engage with the rich landscape of German lyricism and its emotional depth, even as it acknowledges the challenges of translation. The collection comprises poems from notable figures such as Goethe, Hölderlin, Heine, and Rilke, each representing key movements in German literature. The work reflects a wide range of sentiments—from love and loss to existential musings and nature’s beauty. Kailas’s careful selection offers insights into the human condition, highlighting the struggles and yearnings that connect individuals across cultural boundaries. The preface emphasizes Kailas’s intent to provide readers with a glimpse into Beautiful Germany, celebrating authentic emotional expression even amidst the limitations of translation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)