Publisher's Synopsis
""The Youth of Goethe"" is a biographical work that details the early life and formative years of the famous German writer and philosopher, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Written by Peter Hume Brown in 1913, the book explores Goethe's upbringing, education, and early experiences that shaped his worldview and artistic sensibilities. The author delves into Goethe's family background, his relationship with his parents, and his early literary and artistic pursuits. Brown also provides insight into the cultural and intellectual climate of the time, highlighting the impact of Enlightenment ideas on Goethe's development. Through a combination of historical research and literary analysis, ""The Youth of Goethe"" offers a comprehensive portrait of one of the most influential figures in German literature and intellectual 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.