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Keller (GOTTFRIED a German poet)

GOTTFRIED, a German poet and novelist; born in Zürich, July 19, 1819. Original in execution, he was a keen observer, genuinely artistic, and with a strong sense of humor. In his best vein he goes straight to the heart.

His works include "Complete Poems" (3d ed. 1888). Of his novels, "Seldwyla best.

Folk" (1856) is one of the best. ("Works," died in Zürich, July 16, 1890. ("Works," 11 vols., 1889-1893.) He She was deaf,