Publisher's Synopsis
The Three Devils: Luther's, Milton's and Goethe's with Other Essays is a collection of essays written by David Masson. The book explores the concept of the devil as depicted in the works of three prominent writers: Martin Luther, John Milton, and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Masson delves into the religious and philosophical themes surrounding the devil in these works, examining the ways in which each writer portrays the devil and its relationship to humanity. The essays also cover other topics, including the role of literature in society and the connection between literature and politics. The Three Devils is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers a unique perspective on the devil in literature and its broader cultural significance.1874. Contents: The Three Devils: Luther's, Milton's and Goethe's; Shakespeare and Goethe; Milton's Youth; Dryden and the Literature of the Restoration; Dean Swift; and How Literature May Illustrate History.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.
