Friedrich Klaeber
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Friedrich Klaeber was a prominent German philologist and scholar known for his significant contributions to the study of Old English literature, particularly the epic poem Beowulf. He is best remembered for his comprehensive editorial work on Beowulf, which included a critical edition that provided invaluable insights into the text's linguistic, historical, and cultural context. His scholarly approach helped to solidify Beowulf's status as a central work in the canon of English literature, and his analyses are still referenced in contemporary studies.
Nationaliteit
Duits
Geboortedatum
May 20, 1861
Geboorteplaats
Eisenach, Thuringia, Germany
Sterfdatum
August 3, 1954
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