Gedichte der Gefangenen; ein Sonettenkreis [German]

Gedichte der Gefangenen; ein Sonettenkreis (Poems of the Prisoners; A Sonnet Cycle) by Ernst Toller, written circa 1920, offers a poignant glimpse into the mind of a political prisoner. Toller, a prominent figure in the German Expressionist movement and a revolutionary socialist, penned these verses while incarcerated for his role in the Bavarian Soviet Republic. The collection, presented as a sonnet cycle, explores themes of confinement, longing for freedom, and the enduring power of the human spirit amidst oppression.

Toller's evocative language captures the stark reality of prison life, while simultaneously reflecting on broader philosophical and political concerns. His work provides a valuable historical and literary perspective on the tumultuous period following World War I in Germany. This collection is a testament to the resilience of art as a form of resistance and a powerful statement against injustice.

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