Max Simon Nordau

The Malady of the Century (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring Decadence and Degeneration in Late 19th Century Europe

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'The Malady of the Century' by Max Simon Nordau, the reader is taken on a journey through late 19th-century European society, exploring the decadence and moral decay that plagued the era. Nordau's writing style is sharp and critical, reflecting the disillusionment and pessimism of the period. The book delves into themes of existential despair, societal corruption, and the decline of traditional values, making it a compelling work of social commentary. Nordau's use of vivid imagery and insightful analysis sets this book apart as a powerful critique of the zeitgeist. Max Simon Nordau was a leading cultural critic and physician of his time, known for his outspoken views on degeneration and cultural decline. His background in both medicine and literature provided him with a unique perspective, shedding light on the psychological and societal ailments of the era. 'The Malady of the Century' is a must-read for those interested in the cultural history of the late 19th century, offering valuable insights into the societal malaise that continues to resonate today.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 362
• Erscheinungstermin: 6. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066235567
• Artikelnr.: 58753653

Autorenporträt

Max Simon Nordau was a Zionist leader, doctor, writer, and social commentator. He co-founded the Zionist Organization with Theodor Herzl and served as president or vice-president of various Zionist congresses. As a social commentator, he published The Conventional Lies of Our Civilization (1883), Degeneration (1892), and Paradoxes (1896). Although Degeneration was not his most popular or profitable work while alive, it is the book that is most recognized and cited now. Simon (Simcha) Maximilian Südfeld (after Max Nordau) was born in Pest, Kingdom of Hungary, which was part of the Austrian Empire. His father, Gabriel Südfeld, was a rabbi who also worked as a Hebrew tutor. Simon Maximilian Sudfeld was born in Pest, Kingdom of Hungary (then part of the Austrian Empire). His father, Gabriel Sudfeld, worked as a Hebrew tutor in addition to being a rabbi. Nordau, an Orthodox Jew, attended a Jewish elementary school before receiving a medical degree from the University of Pest in 1872. He then traveled for six years, visiting the major nations of Europe. He changed his name before traveling to Berlin in 1873. In 1878, he began practicing medicine in Budapest. In 1880, he traveled to Paris. He was a correspondent for Neue Freie Presse in Paris and lived there for the majority of his life.