Iphigenia in Tauris from the German … with original Poems … Privately printed.

GOETHE, Johann Wolfgang von.

Published by [Colophon: Baines and Herbert, Printers, Liverpool.], 1851

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First edition of this translation, inscribed For Mrs B. Hodge with Mrs Bennett s kind regards on the half-title. The drama of Iphigenia in Tauris is generally considered as Goethe s masterpiece. It is styled, by his illustrious countryman, Schlegel, an echo of Greek song … As a proof of the high estimation in which Iphigenia in Tauris is held by the Germans, it may be mentioned that it was performed at the Theatre of Weimar on Goethe s eightieth birthday, as the highest tribute that could be offered to the poet s genius (Preface, dated Sidmouth, 17 October 1850). Goedeke IV/III, 266, VII, d; Morgan 2911; Oswald, p. 51; Speck 1574. 12mo (185 × 110 mm) in half-sheets, pp. [8], 200, [2]; leaves lightly toned; original blind-stamped cloth, spine lettered gilt, headcap chipped, spine and upper edge of the boards darkened. Seller Inventory # ABE-1594992806583

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Title: Iphigenia in Tauris from the German … with ...

Publisher: [Colophon: Baines and Herbert, Printers, Liverpool.]

Publication Date: 1851

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Good

Signed: Inscribed by Author(s)

Edition: 1st Edition