Der Philister Vor is a satirical treatise by Clemens Brentano, originally published in Berlin in 1811. This edition is a facsimile of the original. The work explores the concept of the 'philistine' within the context of German society and history. Brentano, known for his contributions to German Romanticism, employs humor and wit to dissect the characteristics and behaviors associated with philistinism. This edition, with an essay by Paul MÃ1/4ller, offers readers insight into the cultural landscape of early 19th-century Germany and Brentano's satirical commentary on it.

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