Conversations with Goethe

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Discover **Conversations with Goethe**, a captivating exploration of the illustrious mind of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, translated for the first time in 150 years. This **B-format paperback book**, published in **2022** by Penguin UK, spans 512 pages and offers an engaging insight into the life and thoughts of one of history's greatest literary figures. Through a series of dialogues recorded by the young Johann Eckermann, who spent the last nine years of Goethe's life learning from the prolific poet and thinker, readers are presented with a unique perspective on art, science, poetry, and philosophy. This remarkable volume not only showcases Goethe's brilliance but also reveals his more personal and vulnerable side, providing a richer understanding of the man behind the enduring legacy. Perfect for fans of classic literature and those seeking to explore the philosophical underpinnings of one of the world’s most celebrated poets, **Conversations with Goethe** is an essential addition to your library. It offers invaluable insights for both scholars and casual readers alike. Experience Goethe's thoughts on the minutiae of life as he engages with Eckermann in frank and witty conversation. Order your copy today and immerse yourself in the profound ideas and reflections of this literary giant. **Shipping Information:** Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9780241421673.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241421673
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2022
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 512


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A witty introduction to the mind of Goethe, a classic in a new translation for the first time in 150 years

By the end of the nineteenth century, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe was the world's most celebrated poet, novelist, critic and thinker. Today his name is echoed as that of a 'great man' alongside Plato, Montaigne and Shakespeare.

This book covers the last nine years of his life, partially spent having conversations with the young Johann Eckermann, who was thirty-one to Goethe's seventy-four, and who dedicated this time to recording Goethe's thoughts, ideas, observations and witticisms. The result is Conversations with Goethe, the most direct glimpse into the Great Man's mind, revealing a gentler, more human side to him, as well as his thoughts on art, science, poetry, philosophy and the minutiae of life.

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