Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe was a German writer, statesman, and polymath, whose influence on literature and philosophy continues to resonate today. Born in Frankfurt in 1749, Goethe displayed a remarkable talent for writing and the arts from a young age. His most famous works, including "Faust" and "The Sorrows of Young Werther," explore profound themes of love, ambition, and the human condition, showcasing his ability to blend deep emotional insight with philosophical inquiry. Goethe's contributions extend beyond literature; he was also a keen scientist and naturalist, reflecting the broad scope of his interests and intellect.

As you delve into Goethe's works, you'll find a rich tapestry of ideas and emotions that invite reflection and contemplation. His writing, marked by lyrical beauty and intellectual depth, offers a unique window into the human experience. Whether you're drawn to the dramatic conflicts of "Faust" or the poignant introspection of "Werther," there's something for every curious reader in Goethe's oeuvre. So, take a moment to explore his writings in the app and discover the timeless wisdom embedded in his words.

The Sorrows of Young Werther

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The Sorrows of Young Werther (German, Die Leiden des jungen Werther, originally published as Die Leiden des jungen Werthers) is an epistolar…

The Autobiography of Goethe Volume 1

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This Autobiography of Goethe has a lengthy introduction and short biography of Goethe's life by Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881) and was translate…

Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship Volume 1

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The novel is in eight books. The eponymous hero undergoes a journey of self-realization. The story centers upon Wilhelm's attempt to escape …

The New Paris

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This is an Alice in Wonderland-like story by German classical author Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. It is taken from his Autobiography "Di…

Faust II

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Faust is the protagonist of a classic German legend; a highly successful scholar, but also dissatisfied with his life, and so makes a deal w…

Hermann and Dorothea

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There are few modern poems of any country so perfect in their kind as the "Hermann and Dorothea" of Goethe. In clearness of charac…

Essays on Art

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Essays on art, letters, thoughts, aphorisms - Goethe's thoughts were dealing with artworks of every branch of arts. He addressed many aspect…

Faust I

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Faust is the protagonist of a classic German legend; a highly successful scholar, but also dissatisfied with his life, and so makes a deal w…

Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship Volume 2

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This is the second half of the novel by Goethe (the first half, Volume 1, has been recorded separately).It describes the completion of Meist…

Over Every Hill

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Johann Wolfgang von Goethe was a German writer and statesman. His works include four novels; epic and lyric poetry; prose and verse dramas; …

Elective Affinities

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Elective Affinities (Die Wahlverwandtschaften) was Goethe's third novel. It depicts human relationships in a Romantic crucible, and is the s…

Fausto. Primera parte

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Uno de los más grandes clásicos de la literatura, leyenda atemporal, escrita por el más universal de los alemanes: J.W…

The Autobiography of Goethe Volume 2

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A literary celebrity by the age of 25, Goethe was ennobled by the Duke of Saxe-Weimar, Carl August in 1782 after first taking up residence t…

Ballads and Legends

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A short collection of Ballads by the German poet and polymath Johann Wolfgang von Goethe based on German and other European and Asian legend…

Solitude

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of Solitude by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 15, 2…

Iphigenia in Tauris (Goethe)

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A dramatised version of the Classical Greek legend of Iphigenia in Tauris by the German poet and philosopher Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. A m…

Theory of Colours

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Newton's observations on the optical spectrum were widely accepted but Goethe noticed the difference between the scientific explanation and …

Die Leiden des jungen Werther

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Die Leiden des jungen Werther beschreibt die unglückliche Liebe eines jungen Mannes (Werther) zu einer verlobten, später verheirat…

Las pasiones del joven Werther

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Es ésta una obra semiautobiográfica de Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, la cual ha recibido diferentes nombres: Las penas del jove…

Die Wahlverwandtschaften

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Der Roman ist ein typischer Vertreter der Weimarer Klassik. Goethe greift ein gesellschaftliches Thema auf und verbindet es mit einem naturw…

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