ISBN: 9780243368204 - goethes faust, vol. 1: entstehungsgeschichte und erklärung; der urfaust und das fragment (classic reprint) (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book examines Goethe's Faust, a play that follows a scholar who makes a pact with the devil for unlimited knowledge and worldly pleasures. Beginning with an exploration of the play's origins in German folklore and the puppet theater, the author traces the evolution of the Faust legend through the centuries, examining how Goethe shaped the story to reflect the philosophical and social concerns of his time. The book also delves into the play's rich symbolism, exploring the significance of its characters, themes, and motifs. Through a close reading of the text, the author sheds light on Faust's quest for knowledge, his relationship with Mephistopheles, and the ultimate consequences of his pact with the devil. Ultimately, the book offers a comprehensive analysis of Goethe's Faust, illuminating its enduring relevance as a profound exploration of human nature, the pursuit of knowledge, and the moral dilemmas that arise from our desires. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…