This German author, editor, and essayist was a pivotal figure across the Sturm und Drang, late Enlightenment, and Classicist periods, significantly shaping early German Romanticism. His writings delve into profound explorations of the human psyche and societal concerns, often employing incisive prose and philosophical contemplation. The author's work is celebrated for its intellectual depth and stylistic precision, continuing to resonate with readers seeking thought-provoking literary experiences.
In 1782 Karl Moritz came to England with little in his purse and “Paradise Lost” in his pocket, which he meant to read in the Land of Milton. He travelled chiefly on foot through several parts of England and described his trip in letters to a friend. Reprint of the 1886 edition.