Language:
German
Year of publication:
1998
Titel der Quelle:
Geschichte in Wissenschaft und Unterricht
Angaben zur Quelle:
49,9 (1998) 530-543
Keywords:
Fontane, Theodor,
;
Jews History 1800-2000
;
Antisemitism History 1800-2000
Abstract:
Refutes allegations that Fontane was antisemitic. His writings, especially his letters, do contain uncomplimentary descriptions of Jews; but he was equally critical of other groups. Also, he never took a single-minded stand on any subject. He opposed antisemitism, had many Jewish friends, and expressed his appreciation of Jewish culture and the aristocratic character of many Jews whom he considered superior to the average German aristocrat.
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