The Autobiography of Goethe, Part 3-4: Truth and Poetry, From My Life is a literary work by the renowned German writer, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Originally published in 1847, this autobiography is the third and fourth part of Goethe's memoirs, providing a detailed account of his life and career as a writer, poet, and philosopher.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Goethe's early years as a writer and his struggles to establish himself in the literary world. He describes his early influences, including his love of literature and the arts, and his desire to…mehr
The Autobiography of Goethe, Part 3-4: Truth and Poetry, From My Life is a literary work by the renowned German writer, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Originally published in 1847, this autobiography is the third and fourth part of Goethe's memoirs, providing a detailed account of his life and career as a writer, poet, and philosopher.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Goethe's early years as a writer and his struggles to establish himself in the literary world. He describes his early influences, including his love of literature and the arts, and his desire to create something truly original and unique.The second part of the book focuses on Goethe's later years, including his rise to fame as a poet and his involvement in politics and social issues. He discusses his relationships with other writers and artists, as well as his thoughts on the role of art in society.Throughout the book, Goethe emphasizes the importance of truth and honesty in both life and art. He argues that true art must be authentic and sincere, reflecting the artist's own experiences and emotions. He also explores the relationship between art and nature, arguing that the two are intimately connected and that artists must draw inspiration from the natural world.Overall, The Autobiography of Goethe, Part 3-4: Truth and Poetry, From My Life is a fascinating and insightful account of one of the greatest literary figures in history. It offers a unique perspective on the life and work of Goethe, as well as a deeper understanding of the role of art and creativity in human culture.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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