What were Heine's later works characterized by?
Satirical wit and irony
Sombre themes and melancholy
Existential dread and angst
Joyful exuberance and optimism
Answer
Heine's later works were marked by a distinct shift in style, characterized by a biting and often satirical wit, infused with a pervasive sense of irony. This departure from his earlier romanticism was a conscious decision, reflecting his disillusionment with the political and social climate of his time.
Heinrich Heine: A Journey Through the Works of a Literary Icon
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