830 Literaturen germanischer Sprachen; Deutsche Literatur
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The article shows a metaphoric portrayal of the Silesia region. The author analyses metaphors which are being used to describe and characterize this region, namely Silesia as a bridge, a boundary stone, a pear tree, a smaragd and other figures. The analysis shows that the metaphors express the multicultural character of Silesia. They are predominantly very positive assessed.
Furthermore, the author analyses metaphors which are being used to characterize the inhabitants of Silesia. The analysis shows that this metaphors express a positive as well as a critical perception of this population.
The article presents the image of Count Albert Joseph Hoditz (1706–1778) as depicted in European literature. The emphasis is not primarily on German-language literature; the study foregrounds the image of Count Hoditz in other European literatures. The investigation spans the period from the 19th century to the beginning of the 21st century.