Publisher's Synopsis
Schiller's Lay of the Bell is a book written by A. G. Foster Barham that provides a complete English translation of Friedrich Schiller's poem ""Das Lied von der Glocke"" or ""The Lay of the Bell"". The poem is a celebration of the casting of a bell and the importance of craftsmanship and hard work. It also explores themes of mortality, the passing of time, and the human desire for greatness. Barham's translation captures the beauty and power of Schiller's original work, while also providing helpful notes and commentary to aid in understanding the poem's historical and cultural context. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in German literature, poetry, or the history of craftsmanship.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
