Goethe's Egmont is a play written by the famous German author Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe. It was first published in 1788 and is based on the life of Count Egmont, a 16th-century Flemish nobleman who was executed by the Spanish Inquisition for his involvement in a rebellion against Spanish rule.The play is set in Brussels during the 16th century and follows the story of Egmont, who is a popular and respected leader in the city. He is in love with Clara, a young woman who is also admired by the Spanish governor, the Duke of Alba. As tensions rise between the Flemish people and the Spanish…mehr
Goethe's Egmont is a play written by the famous German author Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe. It was first published in 1788 and is based on the life of Count Egmont, a 16th-century Flemish nobleman who was executed by the Spanish Inquisition for his involvement in a rebellion against Spanish rule.The play is set in Brussels during the 16th century and follows the story of Egmont, who is a popular and respected leader in the city. He is in love with Clara, a young woman who is also admired by the Spanish governor, the Duke of Alba. As tensions rise between the Flemish people and the Spanish rulers, Egmont becomes more and more involved in the resistance movement, despite warnings from his friends and advisors.As the play progresses, Egmont's fate becomes increasingly uncertain, and he is eventually arrested and sentenced to death by the Spanish Inquisition. The play explores themes of political oppression, individual freedom, and the struggle for justice and equality.Goethe's Egmont is considered one of the greatest works of German literature and is known for its powerful and emotional portrayal of the human experience. It has been adapted into numerous films, operas, and stage productions, and continues to be widely read and studied today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe was a German polymath, widely regarded as the greatest and most influential writer in the German language. Born on August 28, 1749, in Frankfurt, Germany, he made significant contributions to literature, philosophy, science, and art, shaping the intellectual and cultural landscape. Goethe's literary work has had a profound and lasting impact on Western thought, influencing both political and philosophical ideologies. His most famous works include Faust, The Sorcerer's Apprentice, and Erlkönig, poems that explore deep existential and moral themes. Goethe's writings reflect his broad intellectual interests, ranging from natural science to aesthetics, and his influence can be seen in the works of many prominent thinkers, including Friedrich Schiller and William Shakespeare. His exploration of human emotion, destiny, and the tension between reason and passion made him a key figure in the development of Romanticism and modern European literature. Goethe was also deeply involved in politics and culture in his later years, serving as a statesman in Weimar. He died on March 22, 1832, at the age of 82 in Weimar, Germany. Throughout his life, Goethe's work remained a central pillar of German literature, with enduring relevance to this day.
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