The Life And Times Of Goethe (1880)

By Herman Grimm and Sarah Holland Adams

Book Overview

The Life and Times of Goethe is a biography written by Herman Friedrich Grimm and published in 1880. The book provides a comprehensive look into the life of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, one of the most important literary figures of the German-speaking world. The biography covers Goethe's early life, his education, his literary work, and his personal relationships. It also delves into the cultural and historical context of Goethe's time, including the Enlightenment, the French Revolution, and the Romantic movement. Grimm draws on a wide range of sources, including Goethe's own writings, letters, and diaries, as well as contemporary accounts and historical documents. The result is a vivid and engaging portrait of a complex and multifaceted figure, whose life and work continue to fascinate readers today.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164205757
• ISBN13: 9781164205753
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 570 Pages
• Weight: 1.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"