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Erich Auerbach (German: [ˈaʊɐbax]; 9 November 1892 – 13 October 1957) was a German philologist, comparative scholar and critic of literature. His best-known work is Mimesis: The Representation of Reality in Western Literature, a history of representation in Western literature from ancient to modern times frequently cited as a classic in the study of realism in literature. Along with Leo Spitzer, Auerbach is widely recognized as one of the foundational figures of comparative literature.

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  • Full name: Erich Auerbach
  • Born: 1892-11-09
  • Nationality: Germany
  • Known as: Author
  • Wikidata ID: Q57603

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Who is Erich Auerbach?

Erich Auerbach (German: [ˈaʊɐbax]; 9 November 1892 – 13 October 1957) was a German philologist, comparative scholar and critic of literature.

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Erich Auerbach was born on 1892-11-09.

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