August von Kotzebue was one of the most popular and controversial playwrights of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. In this groundbreaking study, Robert L. Kahn examines Kotzebue's work in the context of the social and political upheavals of his time, arguing that the playwright's works offer a fascinating insight into the intellectual and cultural struggles of the era. With nuanced analysis and a wealth of historical detail, this is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of European literature and culture. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.