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One of the most talkedabout works ever published in the German Democratic Republic! This innovative novel by an East German writer is a worthy companion to the classic it parodies and parallels: Goethe's The Sufferings of Young Werther. Goethe and J. D. Salinger were the two greatest influences on Edgar Wibeau, 'Young W.' Edgar is a 17yearold with the frustrations of teenagers all over the world, living with the added pressures of an Eastbloc state. A model allGDR boy, the son of a factory director, he suddenly drops out. But not from socialism per sejust from conformity, picky regulations, and official disapproval of jeans, the blues, and girls. Hiding out, he finds and devours an old copy of The Sufferings of Young Werther. From then on he wards off reality with Goethe texts, and young Wibeau's fate is superimposed on that of Werther like a transparent overlay. It is an ironic and revealing linkage. Titles of related interest from Waveland Press: Goethe, Gotz von Berlichingen: A Play (ISBN 9780881335415); Hauptmann, Three Plays [The Weavers, Hannele, and The Beaver Coat] (ISBN 9780881335408); and Novalis, Henry von Ofterdingen: A Novel (ISBN 9780881335743).
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The New Sufferings of Young W.'? A: 'The New Sufferings of Young W.' explores themes of teenage frustration, individuality, and the pressures of conforming to societal expectations in an East German context, paralleling Goethe's 'The Sufferings of Young Werther'.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The New Sufferings of Young W.' is Ulrich Plenzdorf, a noted East German writer.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This is a used book in good condition, specifically categorized as 'Very Good'.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: 'The New Sufferings of Young W.' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book has a total of 84 pages.
- Q: When was 'The New Sufferings of Young W.' published? A: The book was published on December 31, 1996.
- Q: Is 'The New Sufferings of Young W.' available in other languages? A: This edition is available in English translation, but it may have original German editions as well.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: 'The New Sufferings of Young W.' is categorized under European literature, reflecting themes pertinent to East Germany.
- Q: What are some notable features of the book? A: The book is characterized as a notable parody and is recognized for its innovative narrative style that mirrors classic literature.
- Q: Who would enjoy reading this book? A: Readers interested in European literature, coming-of-age stories, or those who appreciate literary parodies will likely enjoy this book.