Die Höhe des Gefühls: Ein Akt

Name: Die Höhe des Gefühls: Ein Akt
Author: Max Brod

By Max Brod

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The one-act drama takes place on the shaded veranda of an urban tavern and follows a young nobleman who daily seats himself to watch the street and articulate his rapturous, reciprocal love for a nearby young woman. His prolonged reveries and the reactions of patrons, friends and the tavern family produce a mix of lyrical monologue, music and stage action that alternates exaltation with comic or skeptical observation. Through concentrated staging and dialogue it probes the intensity of longing, the theatricality of passion, and how private feeling reshapes perception amid ordinary social bustle.

About the Author

Max Brod

Max Brod was a Czech-born Jewish writer, composer, and musicologist, best known for his close association with Franz Kafka, whom he famously refused to let be forgotten after his death. Brod's literary contributions include novels, essays, and plays, often exploring themes of identity and existentialism. His notable works, such as "Adolf Schreiber" and "Arnold Beer: Das Schicksal eines Juden," reflect his deep engagement with Jewish culture and the complexities of modern life. Brod's writings are characterized by their introspective nature and a blend of philosophical inquiry with narrative depth, solidifying his place in early 20th-century literature.