Publisher's Synopsis
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.
