Hermann von Schullern zu Schrattenhofen · 1892
Schullern’s brief review of Herrmann’s Miniaturbilder aus dem Gebiete der Wirtschaft endorses its accessible presentation of economic knowledge. It first situates the inexpensive 1891 edition after those of 1872 and 1876, welcoming its potential for wider circulation while regretting its many printing errors. The assessment then turns to Herrmann’s close observation, skill in miniature description, and engaging exposition.
Its specific recommendations show how economic explanation, practical invention, and the details of luxury sustain this appeal:
Die Capitel über das Thünen'sche Gesetz und über die Correspondenzkarte sind besonders anregend, das Capitel über die Launen der Pracht bietet eine grosse Menge interessanter Daten.
English translation: The chapters on Thünen's law and on the correspondence card are particularly stimulating; the chapter on the caprices of splendour offers a great quantity of interesting data.
Schullern’s criterion is the book’s capacity to disseminate knowledge simply and stimulatingly. His conclusion makes that public educational purpose explicit:
Das Buch ist natürlich für das grosse Publicum bestimmt; möge es bei demselben freundliche Aufnahme finden.
English translation: The book is of course intended for the general public; may it find a friendly reception with them.
The review thus values literary craftsmanship as a means of extending economic understanding beyond specialist readers.
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