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Goethe
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PhilosophyLiterary FiguresLiterary Criticism
ISBN13: 9781025478623
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 244
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.51 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Goethe is a profound critical study of the life and works of the legendary German poet, playwright, and novelist Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, authored by the renowned Italian philosopher and literary critic Benedetto Croce. In this insightful volume, Croce applies his unique aesthetic theories to one of world literature's most towering figures, moving beyond mere biographical data to explore the spiritual and artistic development of the man behind Faust and The Sorrows of Young Werther.
Croce examines Goethe's diverse output, including his poetry, dramas, and scientific inquiries, viewing them through a lens that emphasizes the unity of the creative spirit. The work is more than a simple biography; it is a rigorous intellectual examination of how Goethe embodied the complex transition between the Enlightenment and Romanticism. For readers interested in literary theory, German history, or the intersection of philosophy and art, Goethe offers a sophisticated perspective from one of the twentieth century's most influential thinkers. It remains a vital resource for understanding the enduring impact of Goethe's genius on the Western literary canon and the evolution of modern aesthetic thought.
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