Anton martin schweigaard (in the church after the funeral oration)
July 5, 2023To Posterity
July 5, 2023To Read in the Morning and at Night…
[Original]
Morgens und abends zu lesen
Der, den ich liebe
Hat mir gesagt
Daß er mich braucht.
Darum
Gebe ich auf mich acht
Sehe auf meinen Weg und
Fürchte von jedem Regentropfen
Daß er mich erschlagen könnte.
[Translation]
To read in the morning and at night
My love
Has told me
That he needs me.
That’s why
I take good care of myself
Watch out where I’m going and
Fear that any drop of rain
Might kill me.
Bertolt Brecht
Bertolt Brecht (1898-1956) was a German playwright, poet, and director who is best known for his contributions to the development of epic theatre. His works often dealt with social and political issues, and he is known for his innovative use of theatre techniques to engage audiences. Some of his notable works include "The Threepenny Opera", "Mother Courage and Her Children", and "Life of Galileo".