Gespräche mit Goethe in den letzten Jahren seines Lebens. [German]

By Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Johann Peter Eckermann

Book Overview

Gespr che mit Goethe in den letzten Jahren seines Lebens (Conversations with Goethe during the last years of his life) offers a uniquely intimate portrait of the great German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Compiled by Johann Peter Eckermann, who served as Goethe's secretary and confidant, the book meticulously records their dialogues, offering invaluable insights into Goethe's thoughts on literature, philosophy, science, and the events of his time.

Eckermann's detailed notes capture not only Goethe's intellectual brilliance but also his personality, habits, and everyday life. Readers will find themselves drawn into lively discussions on topics ranging from classical literature to contemporary politics. This work remains an essential resource for scholars of German literature and anyone interested in the mind of one of history's most influential thinkers.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: German
• ISBN: 1274220939
• ISBN13: 9781274220936
• Release Date: February 2012
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"