The Auto-biography Of Goethe

By John Oxenford

"The Auto-biography Of Goethe: The Concluding Books, Also Letters From Switzerland, And Travels In Italy" offers a compelling glimpse into the later years of the celebrated German polymath, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Compiled from his own writings and correspondence, this volume provides intimate access to Goethe's thoughts, experiences, and artistic development during a pivotal period in his life.

Readers will discover Goethe's reflections on literature, philosophy, and the natural world, as well as his personal interactions with prominent figures of his time. His travels through Switzerland and Italy reveal his deep appreciation for art, architecture, and the cultural landscape, adding layers of understanding to his already profound literary legacy. This autobiography, expertly translated by John Oxenford and Alexander James William Morrison, remains an invaluable resource for scholars and enthusiasts seeking to understand the mind and spirit of one of history's most influential writers.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1024787028
• ISBN13: 9781024787023
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Hutson Street Press
• Length: 558 Pages
• Weight: 2.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.1" x 9.2"