August Wilhelm Schlegel books in order
German poet, translator, critic, and writer
- Lived
- 1767–1845
- Country
- Kingdom of Hanover
- Books
- 1
August Wilhelm Schlegel published 1 play, beginning with A Course of Lectures on Dramatic Art and Literature (1815).
Updated September 2026
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A Course of Lectures on Dramatic Art and Literature
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A Course of Lectures on Dramatic Art and Literature (1815)
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About August Wilhelm Schlegel
August Wilhelm von Schlegel was a German scholar, critic, Orientalist, Indologist, translator and poet. With his brother Friedrich Schlegel, he was a leading influence within Jena Romanticism. His translations of Shakespeare turned the English dramatist's works into German classics.
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- How many books has August Wilhelm Schlegel written?
- August Wilhelm Schlegel published 1 play that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read August Wilhelm Schlegel's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with A Course of Lectures on Dramatic Art and Literature.
- What is August Wilhelm Schlegel's last book?
- A Course of Lectures on Dramatic Art and Literature (1815).
- What is August Wilhelm Schlegel's most famous book?
- A Course of Lectures on Dramatic Art and Literature (1815) is August Wilhelm Schlegel's most widely read book.
- Can I read August Wilhelm Schlegel's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by August Wilhelm Schlegel is in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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