Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von
Faust - A Tragedy In Two Parts & The Urfaust: A Tradegy in Two Parts and the Urfaust (Wordsworth Classics of World Literature)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781840221152
- author:
- Goethe, Johann Wolfgang Von
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wordsworth Editions
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1999
- Pages:
- 496
- Genre:
- Drama texts, plays
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Faust, the first part of the tragedy, presents a deeply flawed individual's struggle against the nihilism of his diabolical companion. The story charts the life of Faust, from his pact with the Devil to his harrowing love affair with Gretchen. This new translation preserves the poetic character of the original, its tragic pathos and comedic elements. In addition to the main work, this edition includes the Urfaust, a glimpse into the young Goethe's imagination, and a selection from the draft scenarios for the Walpurgis Night witches' sabbath. These additional materials provide a unique insight into Goethe's creative process and the development of his ideas. The whole work is a symbolic and panoramic commentary on the human condition and on modern European history and civilisation. This translation brings the full range of Goethe's poetic character to life, making it a valuable addition to any literary collection.
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