Goethe's Faust, Part 1: The Text, With English Notes, Essays, And Verse Translations (1882) - Softcover

Goethe, Johann Wolfgang Von

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1165431319 ISBN 13: 9781165431311

Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, 2010

Synopsis

Goethe's Faust, Part 1 is a literary masterpiece by the renowned German author Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. This book is a critical edition of the original text, complete with English notes, essays, and verse translations. The story follows the character of Faust, a disillusioned scholar who makes a deal with the devil, Mephistopheles, in exchange for unlimited knowledge and worldly pleasures. As Faust's desires grow, he becomes increasingly consumed by his own ambition, leading to tragic consequences. Goethe's Faust is a complex work that explores themes of morality, redemption, and the human condition. This edition includes helpful explanatory notes and essays that provide context and analysis of the text. Additionally, it features verse translations that capture the beauty and nuance of Goethe's original German. Overall, this book is an essential read for anyone interested in literature, philosophy, or German culture.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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About the Author

The German poet, novelist, playwright, courtier, scientist, and philosopher Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749-1832) ranks among the greatest authors of Western literature. His best known writings include "The Sorrows of Young Werther" (his first novel) and "Faust" (a drama in two parts).

Edition details

• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1165431319
• ISBN 13: 9781165431311
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 340
• Editor: Turner E J, Morshead E D A