Author |
Lippold, Adolf, 1815-1895 |
Illustrator |
Wolff, Richard |
Title |
Erinnerungen eines alten Leipzigers : Humoristische Chronika aus Leipzigs jüngerer Vergangenheit
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Original Publication |
Leipzig: Verlag von Otto Lenz, 1893.
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Credits |
The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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Summary |
"Erinnerungen eines alten Leipzigers: Humoristische Chronika aus Leipzigs jüngerer Vergangenheit" by Adolf Lippold is a humorous chronicle likely written in the late 19th century. This publication serves as a nostalgic reflection on Leipzig's recent history, detailing social life and changes in the city during significant events from 1840 to 1871, including revolution and economic shifts. Through a blend of humor and affection for the past, Lippold aims to preserve the essence of a bygone era for future generations. The opening of the work provides a foreword by the author, explaining the purpose behind the chronicle, which is to serve as a vivid portrayal of Leipzig's history amid dramatic societal shifts. Lippold acknowledges the loss of the city's quaint charm as it evolves into a bustling metropolis and aims to chronicle the local life, customs, and sentiments of the period. He begins by highlighting the contrasting circumstances of Leipzig in 1840 and the more modern context surrounding it, setting the stage for a reflective exploration of the city's development and the personal anecdotes that celebrate its cultural identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
German |
LoC Class |
DD: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Germany
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Subject |
Lippold, Adolf, 1815-1895
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Subject |
Leipzig (Germany) -- Biography
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Subject |
Leipzig (Germany) -- History -- 19th century
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Subject |
Leipzig (Germany) -- Social conditions -- 19th century
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
73479 |
Release Date |
Apr 27, 2024 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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