Publisher's Synopsis

Faust: A Tragedy V1 is a literary masterpiece written by the renowned German author, Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe. The book was published in 1883 and tells the story of a man named Faust who is dissatisfied with his life and seeks knowledge and power beyond human limitations. Faust makes a deal with the devil, Mephistopheles, and embarks on a journey of self-discovery that leads him to love, tragedy, and redemption.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Faust's desire for knowledge and power, and his subsequent pact with Mephistopheles. The second part explores Faust's love for a young woman named Gretchen and the tragic consequences that follow.Throughout the book, Goethe explores themes such as the pursuit of knowledge, the dangers of unchecked ambition, and the consequences of making deals with the devil. The characters are complex and multi-dimensional, with Faust representing the human desire for knowledge and power, and Mephistopheles representing the devilish temptation that can lead one astray.Overall, Faust: A Tragedy V1 is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its vivid imagery, philosophical depth, and powerful storytelling.Two Volumes In One. This Book Is In English.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781167651137
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 384
Weight: 513g
Height: 229mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 20mm