Conversations With Goethe In The Last Years Of His Life (1839)

Conversations With Goethe In The Last Years Of His Life is a book written by Johann Peter Eckermann in 1839. The book is a collection of conversations that Eckermann had with the renowned German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe during the last years of his life. The conversations cover a wide range of topics, including literature, philosophy, science, and politics. Goethe shares his thoughts on various subjects, such as the nature of art, the role of the artist in society, and the importance of education. The book also provides insights into Goethe's personal life, including his relationships with family and friends. Conversations With Goethe In The Last Years Of His Life is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and work of one of the most important figures in German literature.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.

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).