At my father’s request I took up the study of law at the University of Zurich In 1863.
About Carl Spitteler
Carl Friedrich Georg Spittelerwas a Swiss poet who was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1919 “in special appreciation of his epic Olympian Spring”. His work includes both pessimistic and heroic poems.
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At my father’s request I took up the study of law at the University of Zurich In 1863.
Carl Spitteler
Swiss writer (1845-1924)
In July, 1892, fate suddenly granted me financial independence.
Carl Spitteler
Swiss writer (1845-1924)
I moved to Lucerne, where I have lived happily with my family ever since.
Carl Spitteler
Swiss writer (1845-1924)
I left for Petersburg in August, 1871 and stayed there until 1879.
Carl Spitteler
Swiss writer (1845-1924)