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Georg Christoph Lichtenberg

    July 1, 1742 – February 24, 1799

    Georg Christoph Lichtenberg was a German scientist, satirist, and Anglophile. Today, he is remembered for his posthumously published notebooks, which he called "waste books," and for his discovery of strange tree-like patterns now known as Lichtenberg figures.

    Georg Christoph Lichtenberg
    Hogarth on High Life
    Aus den Sudelbüchern: Aphorismensammlung - Auswahl aus Lichtenbergs legendären Gedankensplitter
    Briefe An Dieterich, 1770-1798 (1898)
    Vermischte Schriften (1844)
    Georg Christoph Lichtenberg
    Aphorisms
    • 2018

      The work showcases the unique aphoristic style of Georg Christoph Lichtenberg, a pioneering figure in experimental physics and German aphorism. His "Sudelbücher," filled with spontaneous thoughts and reflections across various fields, reveal his open-mindedness and keen observational skills. Lichtenberg's writings blend skepticism with irony, exploring the complexities of truth and knowledge. His musings challenge the limits of understanding in science and art, suggesting that the pursuit of an ultimate truth may be an ever-distant goal.

      Aus den Sudelbüchern: Aphorismensammlung - Auswahl aus Lichtenbergs legendären Gedankensplitter
    • 2012

      Georg Christoph Lichtenberg

      Philosophical Writings

      • 223 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      3.8(24)Add rating

      This scholarly edition presents the philosophical aphorisms of Georg Christoph Lichtenberg, offering a comprehensive and authoritative collection of his thought-provoking insights. The work delves into Lichtenberg's unique perspectives on human nature, society, and knowledge, showcasing his wit and depth of understanding. Ideal for both scholars and general readers, this edition aims to illuminate the relevance of Lichtenberg's ideas in contemporary discussions, making it a significant contribution to the study of philosophy and literature.

      Georg Christoph Lichtenberg
    • 2012

      Hogarth on High Life

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      The most important contemporary appreciation of Hogarth, by one of the leading figures of the German enlightenment, Georg Christoph Lichtenberg ('simply Hogarth's best interpreter' according to Ronald Paulson). copiously illustrated with details from Hogarths' Marriage a la Mode series of engravings. Introduction and full notes.

      Hogarth on High Life
    • 2009

      Briefe An Dieterich, 1770-1798 (1898)

      • 164 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      The collection features letters written by Georg Christoph Lichtenberg to his friend Johann Friedrich Dieterich from 1770 to 1798, showcasing Lichtenberg's insights on literature, science, and philosophy. The correspondence reveals his humorous and sarcastic personality, highlighting their friendship. Originally published in 1898, this work is significant in German literary history and is now available as a facsimile reprint, preserving its cultural importance while providing access to modern readers.

      Briefe An Dieterich, 1770-1798 (1898)
    • 2008

      Vermischte Schriften (1844)

      • 292 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

      Vermischte Schriften (1844)
    • 1990

      Georg Lichtenberg, the 18th-century exponent of English thought in Germany, was the author of a body of aphoristic writings in European literature. This volume contains over 1000 aphorisms and other brief observations.

      Aphorisms