"Auf der Treppe von Sanssouci"

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H. Delf von Wolzogen introduces the work, followed by M. Ewert and C. Hehle's insightful introduction. Helmuth Nürnberger explores Theodor Fontane's connections to Prussian identity and his interactions with figures like Karl Friedrich von dem Knesebeck, analyzing a poem by Friedrich Schlegel in Fontane's "Wanderungen durch die Mark Brandenburg." The discussion extends to Fontane's distinctive letter style and his experiences in London, alongside examinations of his Prussian worldview and recent scholarly editions. Thematic explorations include the portrayal of artists in Fontane's poetry and the interplay between region and world in his novels, featuring an excursion into his correspondence with Ada Eckermann. The text addresses the complexities of Dubslav's life dates and Fontane's impressions of England, while also considering the influence of Kinross House on his Rheinsberg experience. Additionally, the work delves into Fontane's literary and political biography, including the impact of his writings on his contemporaries. The analysis touches on Fontane's relationship with religion, particularly Catholicism, and concludes with a focus on autobiographical elements in his "Wanderungen," alongside a tribute to the contributions of Graf Török de Szendrö.