Definition

Proper noun A German novelist, short story writer, social critic, philanthropist, essayist, and Nobel laureate in literature (1929). He is celebrated for his insightful and critical examinations of the European bourgeois psyche, the role of the artist in society, and the philosophical conflicts of his time. His work is characterized by intellectual depth, irony, and a sophisticated narrative style.

Usage Examples

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Advanced Usage

• As a cultural reference point: The name "Thomas Mann" is often used metonymically to represent a certain tradition of high European culture, intellectualism, and bourgeois critique.
  • His writing style has been compared to that of Thomas Mann in its psychological complexity.
• In academic contexts: Used to denote a specific authorial corpus or a set of thematic concerns within literary studies.
  • Her dissertation explores musical motifs in Thomas Mann.

Variants and Related Words

• Mannian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Thomas Mann or his works.
  • The novel's Mannian themes of decay and artistry are immediately apparent.

Synonyms

• The author of "The Magic Mountain": A common reference using his most famous work.
• The Nobel laureate of 1929: Identification by his literary award.

Related Idioms and Phrases

• A Thomas Mann novel: Often used idiomatically to describe something that is long, complex, intellectually demanding, and deals with the intricacies of society and the self.
  • The political scandal unfolded like a Thomas Mann novel, full of hidden motives and moral ambiguity.

Noun

1. German writer concerned about the role of the artist in bourgeois society (1875-1955)