Rudolf Fuchs: An Underestimated Cultural Intermediary and Social Critic in Times of Conflict
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| Year of publication | 2025 |
| Type | Article in Periodical |
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| web | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-0787/14/1/11 |
| Doi | http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/h14010011 |
| Keywords | Rudolf Fuchs; Prague German writers; Prague Circle; expressionism; socialist writers; literature of exile; intercultural mediation; German–Jewish literature; German-speaking Jewish authors; reception of literature |
| Description | Rudolf Fuchs (1890–1942) was an influential figure in Prague’s early 20th-century literary scene as well as an intermediary between German and Czech literature at a time of intense social and political transformation. This study places Fuchs’ work within the broader context of his period, underscoring his significant, yet often overlooked, contributions to cultural mediation. The methods employed in this study include a detailed examination of Fuchs’ literary output and translations, alongside an analysis of his correspondence with contemporaries, to trace the evolution of his thinking from an initial alignment with Expressionism to a strong commitment to socialism. The results highlight Fuchs’ role in enhancing intercultural understanding, revealing how his translations and personal ideologies shaped the literary landscape of German–Czech relations. The study asserts the enduring relevance of Fuchs’ endeavors, particularly in the modern European sociopolitical climate. It also yields insights into the management of cultural diversity and ideological conflicts, as well as the upholding of social values amidst political volatility. |
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