Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann
This collection comprises Volumes 3 and 4 of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s complete works. Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann (1776-1822) was a German Romantic author of fantasy and horror, a jurist, composer, music critic, draftsman and caricaturist. Hoffmann’s stories are known for their psychological depth and exploration of the uncanny. His works greatly influenced 19th-century literature, and he is considered one of the major authors of the Romantic movement. These volumes showcase Hoffmann’s diverse talents and offer a glimpse into the mind of a literary genius. Readers will find a rich tapestry of tales that blend reality and fantasy, humor and horror, in a way that continues to captivate and intrigue. Hoffmann’s enduring influence on literature makes this collection essential for anyone interested in German Romanticism and the development of the short story and novella forms.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
