Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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Faust

A Tragedy (1879)

Beschreibung

Faust: A Tragedy is a play written by the German author Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe, first published in 1879. It tells the story of a man named Faust, who is dissatisfied with his life and makes a deal with the devil, Mephistopheles, to gain knowledge and power. Faust's quest for knowledge and power leads him down a path of destruction, as he becomes increasingly selfish and immoral. Along the way, he falls in love with a woman named Gretchen, but his actions ultimately lead to her tragic demise. The play is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Faust's deal with the devil and his subsequent adventures, and the second part delving deeper into his moral struggles and eventual redemption. Goethe's Faust is considered one of the greatest works of German literature and has been influential in shaping Western culture's understanding of the Faustian archetype.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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Johann Wolfgang von Goethe was a German polymath, widely regarded as the greatest and most influential writer in the German language. Born on August 28, 1749, in Frankfurt, Germany, he made significant contributions to literature, philosophy, science, and art, shaping the intellectual and cultural landscape. Goethe's literary work has had a profound and lasting impact on Western thought, influencing both political and philosophical ideologies. His most famous works include Faust, The Sorcerer's Apprentice, and Erlkönig, poems that explore deep existential and moral themes. Goethe's writings reflect his broad intellectual interests, ranging from natural science to aesthetics, and his influence can be seen in the works of many prominent thinkers, including Friedrich Schiller and William Shakespeare. His exploration of human emotion, destiny, and the tension between reason and passion made him a key figure in the development of Romanticism and modern European literature. Goethe was also deeply involved in politics and culture in his later years, serving as a statesman in Weimar. He died on March 22, 1832, at the age of 82 in Weimar, Germany. Throughout his life, Goethe's work remained a central pillar of German literature, with enduring relevance to this day.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 236
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. Juni 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 13mm
• Gewicht: 349g
• ISBN-13: 9781436845342
• ISBN-10: 1436845343
• Artikelnr.: 24910324