Death Fugue

Paul Celan: One of the most important German-speaking poets in his own voice. His poetry is world literature full of musicality and formal strength, articulating the utmost of human experience. Paul Celan was famous for the unique way he recited his poems. Between his much-discussed reading in 1952 before the Gruppe 47 and his death as a celebrated lyricist, nearly two decades passed during which Celan presented his poems in numerous radio and public readings, gradually evolving his style. In this new compilation, these original recordings are collected for the first time. A detailed accompanying text provides background on Celan's life, work, and the readings by specialist Hans-Ulrich Wagner. Includes previously unpublished recordings. Contains: "Todesfuge," "Ich zähle die Mandeln," "Sprachgitter," "Corona," "Gespräch im Gebirg," and more. Reading/Original sound with Paul Celan. 2 CDs, 1h 59min.