The Ultimate Goethe Collection (eBook)

Faust, Sorrows of Young Werther, Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship, Elective Affinities…

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
3965 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654739350-4 (EAN)

Infos

The Ultimate Goethe Collection presents a meticulously curated anthology of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's profound works, encompassing his poetry, plays, and philosophy. This compilation reflects Goethe's mastery of language and structure, illuminating the evolution of his literary style from Sturm und Drang emotionalism to the nuanced introspection of Weimar Classicism. Readers will find explorations of themes such as love, nature, and the human condition, all while engaging with Goethe's innovative poetic forms and dramatic techniques, notably evident in his seminal works like "Faust" and "The Sorrows of Young Werther." This collection serves as a pivotal exploration of German literature's transition during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, revealing the intellectual currents that shaped Goethe's creative output. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749-1832) was a polymath whose contributions spanned literature, science, and the arts, profoundly influencing European thought. A product of the Enlightenment and Romantic movements, Goethe's diverse background—from his law studies to his relationships with contemporaries like Schiller—imbued his works with depth and complexity. His intimate understanding of human emotion and nature reflects a life marked by rich experiences, personal trials, and unyielding curiosity, which compelled him to explore both the rational and the transcendent. This collection is essential for not only students and scholars of literature but also for anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of the human spirit. It invites readers to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of Goethe's creations, offering insights that remain relevant and resonant in today's world.

Autor

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749–1832) was a towering figure in German literature, whose works spanned the fields of poetry, drama, literature, theology, humanism, science, and philosophy. Goethe is considered a key figure in Western literary history and a master of the Sturm und Drang literary movement. His magnum opus, 'Faust,' a two-part dramatic work, reflects Goethe's interest in the duality of human nature and has had a profound influence on later literary culture. A polymath, Goethe's literary canon includes epic and lyric poetry written in a variety of metres and styles, notably 'The Sorrows of Young Werther,' a novel that epitomized the Romantic aesthetic of expressing authentic feelings. Goethe's body of work is extensive, touching upon most of the leading intellectual movements of his time. 'The Ultimate Goethe Collection' encompasses a substantial portion of his literary contributions, offering readers a comprehensive view of his prodigious output. Goethe's literary style often espoused the harmonious development of individuality within the thematic constructs of freedom and the constraints of society. Much of Goethe's literature is marked by his deep exploration of the self and the complexities of human psychology, a pioneering approach that predated the later works of Freud and Jung in dissecting the human psyche.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Übersetzer: Thomas Carlyle, Bayard Taylor, Hjalmar Hjorth Boyesen, James Anthony Froude, R. Dillon Boylan, John Oxenford, A. J. W. Morrison, Thomas Bailey Saunders, Sir Walter Scott, Charles Lock Eastlake
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Schlagworte: 18th-Century Literature • 19th century European literature • Bildungsroman classics • Charlotte Bronte • Classic • classic literary works • Cultural history Germany • cultural legacy • Dickens • Diverse literary forms • drama and prose • Enlightenment Ideals • Existential themes exploration • Faust by Goethe • German classic literature • German Romanticism • German Romantic Poetry • Goethe masterpieces • Goethe philosophical novels • Goethe's narrative innovation • Goethe's plays and dramas • Goethe's poetry • Goethe's works collection • Henry James • Hermann Hesse • Historical • historical influence • human emotion insights • intellectual curiosity • James Edward Muddock • Jane Austen • Johann Wolfgang von Goethe classics • literary genius • Masterpieces collection • Memory Keeper's Daughter • Nicholas Sparks • philosophical exploration • philosophical novels collection • Proust • romantic literary movement • Shakespeare • timeless literary masterpieces • time traveler's wife