Language is a weapon
German, Kurt Tucholsky, 1989Product details
"Language is a Weapon" by Kurt Tucholsky is a keen analysis of language use in the Weimar Republic. Tucholsky, a prominent German satirist, sheds light on the absurdities of bureaucratic German and casino jargon in this work. With a sharp eye for buzzwords and unnecessary foreign terms, he offers a critical reflection on language and its influence on society. The volume gathers around fifty linguistic essays and complements them with important excerpts from letters that deepen Tucholsky's thoughts. This book is not only a linguistic historical document but also a poignant commentary on the social conditions of his time. Tucholsky's work remains relevant and prompts reflection on the power of language.
Language | German |
Author | Kurt Tucholsky |
Year | 1989 |
Number of pages | 192 |
Book cover | Paperback |
Language | German |
Author | Kurt Tucholsky |
Year | 1989 |
Number of pages | 192 |
Edition | 12 |
Book cover | Paperback |
CO₂ emissions | 0.73 kg |
Climate contribution | CHF 0.11 |
Height | 190 mm |
Width | 115 mm |
Weight | 137 g |
Thickness | 0.01 m |
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