Goethe, Johann Wolfgang Von
Selected Poetry (Penguin Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140424560
- author:
- Goethe, Johann Wolfgang Von
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 12.95 x 2.03 x 19.81 centimetres
- Genre:
- Poetry texts & anthologies
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
This collection of poetry spans over sixty years of the poet's life, from early works like 'Prometheus' to later pieces such as those in the Roman Elegies. Goethe's writing is deeply personal and often explores themes of love, morality, and the human search for truth.
Translated by David Luke, these poems are arranged chronologically and accompanied by an introduction and notes that provide context for their time and place. The edition also includes indexes of German and English titles and first lines, making it a valuable resource for scholars and readers alike.
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