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Heinrich Heine

German poet and critic praised for his psychological insight and style.

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Also known as Heinrich Heine

First appearance: i prejudices of philosophers

Heinrich Heine shows up with force in VIII: Peoples and Countries. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Described as having been 'reincarnated' in the more refined lyricists of Paris, indicating his assimilation into French culture.
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In VIII: Peoples and Countries: Described as having been 'reincarnated' in the more refined lyricists of Paris, indicating his assimilation into French culture. Later, in Chapter 254: Described as having been long ago…

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TNThe NarratorASArthur Schopen…RWRichard WagnerJWJohann Wolfgan…NBNapoleon Bonap…HHHeinrich Heine

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  • European Cultural Pantheon
  • Protagonist
  • German Intellectual Figures

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