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Richter

German writer; quoted on humor and philosophy.

minor

First appearance: thomas carlyle and his works

Richter shows up with force in Night and Moonlight. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Quoted on the purpose of night as a veil to help apprehend higher harmonies of thought.
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TCThomas CarlyleGOGoetheSHShakespeareTOThe Old ManRIRichter

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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