Torquato Tasso: A Dramatic Poem, From The German Of Goethe, With Other German Poetry (1827)

By Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Book Overview

Torquato Tasso: A Dramatic Poem, From The German Of Goethe, With Other German Poetry (1827) is a collection of works by the renowned German author Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe. The book features a dramatic poem titled Torquato Tasso, which tells the story of the Italian poet and his struggles with love, creativity, and mental illness. The poem is considered one of Goethe's most significant works and is known for its exploration of the human psyche and the complexities of artistic inspiration. In addition to the dramatic poem, the book includes a selection of other German poetry translated by Goethe. These poems cover a range of themes, from love and nature to politics and society. The translations are considered some of the best examples of Goethe's skill as a translator and his ability to capture the essence of the original works. Overall, Torquato Tasso: A Dramatic Poem, From The German Of Goethe, With Other German Poetry (1827) is a must-read for fans of Goethe's work and those interested in German literature and poetry. The collection offers a glimpse into the mind of one of the most influential writers of the Romantic era and showcases his mastery of language and storytelling.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: 1165156261
• ISBN13: 9781165156269
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 318 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"