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Der Weg zur Form

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"Der Weg zur Form" ("The Road to Form") is an essay by German writer Paul Ernst, published in 1906. In this work, Ernst advocated for a return to classicism in art, moving away from naturalism. His philosophical journey led him to seek eternal truths, ultimately influencing his dramatic works, which he termed "redemption drama." While Ernst considered his theatrical contributions his greatest, he gained popularity through his novels and critical acclaim for his short stories. The essay reflects a broader aesthetic discussion about form in art, where form refers to the elements that create a work's unity and individuality as a sensory object.12

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