Publisher's Synopsis
Goethe's West-Eastern Divan is a collection of poems written by the renowned German writer Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe. The book was first published in 1819 and was inspired by the Persian poet Hafez. The poems are written in a variety of forms, including ghazals, odes, and sonnets, and explore themes of love, spirituality, and the relationship between the East and the West. The title ""West-Eastern Divan"" refers to the divan, a type of Persian poetry collection, and the book is divided into twelve sections, each representing a different aspect of the relationship between the East and the West. The poems are written in a variety of languages, including German, Arabic, and Persian, and are accompanied by detailed annotations and commentary. Goethe's West-Eastern Divan is considered one of his most important works and is a testament to his lifelong interest in the cultures and literature of the East.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.
