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A German poet and miscellaneous writer; born at Saar in Moravia, April 24, 1847. Among his poetical works are: a volume of "Poems" (1868); the drama "Resurrection of Germany" (1870); "Twilight" (1886); "Proverbs and Satiric Rhymes". He has also written short stories: "The Two Marys"; "Memento Vivere"; "Princess Sunshine" (1882). Among his other works are: "Marginal Notes by a Hermit"; "Gossamer" (1886); "Gossipy Letters to a Young Matron" (1890); "Lay Sermons" (1894). His "History of German Literature" is a notable work.