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Erich Auerbach
AuthorBooks · Second hand1892-1957
Erich Auerbach was a German philologist, comparative scholar and critic of literature. His best-known work is Mimesis: The Representation of Reality in Western Literature, a history of representation in Western literature from ancient to modern times frequently cited as a classic in the study of realism in literature. Along with Leo Spitzer, Auerbach is widely recognized as one of the foundational figures of comparative literature.
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Birth
1892
Death
1957
First book
1946
Years writing
80
Erich Auerbach was a prominent German philologist whose work left an indelible mark on literary criticism.
His most famous book, Mimesis, is considered a fundamental piece for understanding the representation of reality in Western literature.
Throughout his prolific career, Auerbach worked as a university professor, translator, and librarian.
His deep knowledge of Romance languages allowed him to conduct far-reaching comparative studies.
Born in Berlin in 1892, he dedicated his life to the historical and critical analysis of world literature.