Bertolt Brecht in 100 Poems

The anthology authorized by Bertolt Brecht is a cross-section of his entire lyrical work. This selection of poems, made by Wieland Herzfelde a few years before Brecht's death, has found millions of readers since its first publication. It encompasses the extensive lyrical oeuvre of the great dramatist, director, and poet of the 20th century.

The poems captivate with their art of brevity, utmost precision, and vivid imagery. Included are Brecht's most famous poems, ballads, children's poems, songs from renowned plays, pamphlets, and poetry from exile - a cross-section spanning over three decades and a wonderful overview of a lyrical body of work that has retained its power and relevance to this day.