Publisher's Synopsis
The Life And Works Of Goethe: With Sketches Of His Age And Contemporaries V2 is a book written by G. H. Lewes. This book is a comprehensive biography of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, a German writer and polymath who lived from 1749 to 1832. The book provides a detailed account of Goethe's life, including his childhood, education, and career as a writer, scientist, and statesman.In addition to Goethe's life, the book also includes sketches of his age and contemporaries, providing context for his work and giving readers a glimpse into the cultural and intellectual climate of Germany during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.The book is divided into two volumes, with the second volume focusing on Goethe's later years and his most famous works, including Faust and Wilhelm Meister. The author, G. H. Lewes, was a philosopher and literary critic who was known for his insightful analyses of literature and culture.Overall, The Life And Works Of Goethe: With Sketches Of His Age And Contemporaries V2 is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of one of the most influential writers of the 18th and 19th centuries.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.
