Die Jobsiade: Ein komisches Heldengedicht in drei Teilen by Karl Arnold Kortum

(8 User reviews)   1879
By Pamela Rogers Posted on Jan 9, 2026
In Category - Artisan Crafts
Kortum, Karl Arnold, 1745-1824 Kortum, Karl Arnold, 1745-1824
German
"Die Jobsiade: Ein komisches Heldengedicht in drei Teilen" by Karl Arnold Kortum is a comic heroic poem written between 1783-1784. This satirical work chronicles the life of Hieronymus Jobs, a failed theology student who stumbles through every situation he encounters. Written in Knittelvers rhyme, the poem mocks German narrow-mindedness and student...
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Matthew Ramirez
3 months ago

It’s rare that I write reviews, but the clarity of the writing makes this accessible to a wide audience. Absolutely essential reading.

Emily Walker
2 months ago

After finishing this book, the style is confident yet approachable. I will be reading more from this author.

Aiden Wilson
4 months ago

I didn’t think I would enjoy this, but the character development is subtle yet leaves a lasting impact. I couldn't put it down until the very end.

Betty Ramirez
2 months ago

It took me a while to start, but the insights offered are both practical and thought-provoking. This turned out to be a great decision.

Robert Roberts
1 month ago

Having explored similar works, the arguments are well-supported by credible references. This made complex ideas feel approachable.

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