Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Life Of Johann Wolfgang Goethe"" by James Sime is a comprehensive biography of the famous German writer, poet, and philosopher Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. The book covers Goethe's life from his birth in 1749 to his death in 1832, detailing his personal life, literary works, and contributions to German culture.Sime's biography delves into Goethe's early years, including his education and family life, and explores his early literary works such as ""The Sorrows of Young Werther"" and ""Faust."" The book also covers Goethe's travels throughout Europe, his involvement in politics, and his relationships with notable figures such as Friedrich Schiller and Napoleon Bonaparte.Throughout the biography, Sime provides insights into Goethe's philosophical beliefs and how they influenced his writing. He also examines the impact of Goethe's works on German literature and culture, and his role in the development of the Romantic movement.Overall, ""Life Of Johann Wolfgang Goethe"" is a well-researched and detailed biography of one of Germany's most celebrated writers, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of Goethe's life and legacy.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.
