Title

Historical Function of the Fictional Work of H. J. C von Grimmelshausen and Essad Bey

Author

Sarah Griesbach, Washington University in St. LouisFollow

Author's School

University College

Author's Department/Program

Liberal Arts

Language

English (en)

Date of Award

January 2010

Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Arts (MA)

Chair and Committee

Harriet Stone

Abstract

In an historical analysis of Grimmelshausen and BeyΓÇÖs work the disinhibition created by the authorsΓÇÖ hidden identities and writing styles becomes an historical asset. The medium of fiction gave Grimmelshausen and Bey the freedom to shape their narratives as best fit their purposes. The historical usefulness of their texts is buried in their choices for deliveryΓÇöliterary device, character perspective, atmosphere, toneΓÇöand in the messages the authors deliver, intentionally or not.

Comments

Permanent URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.7936/K7J964F2

Recommended Citation

Griesbach, Sarah, "Historical Function of the Fictional Work of H. J. C von Grimmelshausen and Essad Bey" (2010). All Theses and Dissertations (ETDs). 504.
https://openscholarship.wustl.edu/etd/504