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The Battle of Sempach

1884

Robert Walser

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The Battle of Sempach

Robert Walser

1884

German Literature

Translated by Michael Wooff

The Battle of Sempach, published in 1884 by Robert Walser, is a historical fiction that recounts the 1386 military conflict between the noble Duke Leopold of Austria and local Swiss peasants. Through vivid prose, Walser explores the chaos and brutality of war, highlighting themes of heroism and the absurdities of military life. The narrative captures the vulnerability of armored knights amidst the battle's turmoil, ultimately reflecting on the futility of war and the stark contrast between heroism and the mundane realities of life after conflict.

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A historical account written in the early 20th century. This narrative recounts a significant military conflict, specifi...

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One day, in the middle of high summer, a military expedition was advancing slowly down the dusty country road that led t...

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