Ein Humboldt-Brief in der Autographensammlung Lion Feuchtwangers

Abstract

Article in German, Abstracts in English and German.The paper deals with a letter from Alexander von Humboldt, which has been part of Lion Feuchtwanger's Autograph Collection since 1958. An investigation of the contents of the letter brought to light new details, chiefly of Humboldt's activities in promoting young talents. Emil Naumann (1827-1888), composer, teacher and author, was clearly identified as the letter's recipient.

Keywords

• Alexander von Humboldt
• Ingo Schwarz
• Lion Feuchtwanger
• Autograph
• Emil Naumann