Wassermann, Jakob, 1873-1934

German-born writer Jakob Wassermann was a popular novelist in the first part of the 20th century. His novels often explored the theme of a nonconformist character encountering an uncaring society, or, more specifically, the issue of retaining Jewish heritage in the face of anti-Semitism and cultural assimilation. Consistently popular in his day, his intense, psychological analysis of modern society and religion sometimes became too abstract for general audiences.

From the description of Jakob Wassermann letters and papers, 1924-1931. (Pennsylvania State University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 51797899

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