Karl Kraus Apocalyptic Satirist: Culture And Catastrophe In Habsburg Vienna

Karl Kraus Apocalyptic Satirist: Culture And Catastrophe In Habsburg Vienna

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Author: Edward Timms
Binding: Paperback
Published: YALE UNIVERSITY PRESS NEW HAVEN AND LONDON, 1989

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

This compelling biography chronicles the life and incisive work of Karl Kraus, a towering figure in fin-de-siècle Vienna. It uncovers his profound satirical critiques of journalism, politics, and culture during a period of immense social and intellectual ferment. The narrative presents a vivid portrait of Hapsburg Vienna, illustrating the societal tensions and intellectual currents that ultimately led to catastrophe. Timms expertly details Kraus's unique perspective and his enduring relevance as a prophet of modernity, offering a critical examination of an era on the brink of collapse.

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Author: Edward Timms
Binding: Paperback
Published: YALE UNIVERSITY PRESS NEW HAVEN AND LONDON, 1989

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

This compelling biography chronicles the life and incisive work of Karl Kraus, a towering figure in fin-de-siècle Vienna. It uncovers his profound satirical critiques of journalism, politics, and culture during a period of immense social and intellectual ferment. The narrative presents a vivid portrait of Hapsburg Vienna, illustrating the societal tensions and intellectual currents that ultimately led to catastrophe. Timms expertly details Kraus's unique perspective and his enduring relevance as a prophet of modernity, offering a critical examination of an era on the brink of collapse.