Goethe's Letters to Zelter: With Extracts from Those of Zelter to Goethe (1892)

Goethe, Johann Wolfgang Von; Zelter, Carl Friedrich

ISBN 10: 112062469X / ISBN 13: 9781120624697

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2009

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Goethe's Letters to Zelter: With Extracts from Those of Zelter to Goethe (1892)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 112062469X
• ISBN 13: 9781120624697
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Goethe's Letters to Zelter: With Extracts from Those of Zelter to Goethe (1892) is a collection of letters exchanged between Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, the renowned German writer, and his friend, Carl Friedrich Zelter, a composer and conductor. The book includes Goethe's letters to Zelter, as well as extracts from Zelter's letters to Goethe, providing a comprehensive view of their correspondence.The letters cover a wide range of topics, including music, literature, philosophy, and personal matters. They offer insights into the creative processes of both men and their respective fields, as well as their views on art, culture, and society. Goethe and Zelter's friendship is also explored, revealing a deep and enduring bond between two great minds.The book is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of German literature and music, as well as anyone interested in the intellectual and cultural history of the 19th century. It offers a unique perspective on the lives and works of two of Germany's most influential figures, and their contributions to the arts and humanities.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.

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).