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German Culture Past and Present

By Ernest Belfort Bax
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The work offers a concise survey of German social and intellectual life from the late medieval period into modern times, with particular emphasis on the early sixteenth century. It examines economic and institutional shifts such as the rise of money, printing, urban commerce, and a professional and bureaucratic class that weakened manorial self-sufficiency and transformed guilds. Religious ferment, popular literature and folklore, peasant and knightly unrest, and movements like Anabaptism are presented as interrelated responses to social stress. The closing chapters outline later developments that link those early transformations to evolving national cultural patterns.

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Ernest Belfort Bax

Ernest Belfort Bax was an English philosopher, historian, and writer known for his contributions to the study of German culture and society. His works often explored the complexities of historical narratives and social structures. Notable among his writings is "German Culture Past and Present," where he examines the evolution of German cultural identity. Bax also delved into the societal dynamics of the late Middle Ages in "German Society at the Close of the Middle Ages," providing insights into the historical context of that era. Additionally, his provocative title "The Fraud of Feminism" reflects his critical stance on contemporary feminist movements, showcasing his engagement with social issues of his time.

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