Faust
“Faust” by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, published by Random House Publishing Group in July 1988, is a revised edition that spans 464 pages. This work is a cornerstone of German literature, exploring the legendary tale of Faust, a man who boldly wagers with the devil, Mephistopheles, in a quest for eternal fulfillment through magic, sensuality, and knowledge. Goethe’s genius shines through in this text, showcasing a blend of humor, excitement, and deep emotion, particularly evident in the tragic fate of Gretchen and the vibrant scenes of Walpurgis Night.
Readers will find a rich narrative that delves into themes of the occult and the psychological, reflecting the complexities of human desire and ambition. This edition features Peter Salm’s accessible translation alongside the original German, allowing for a unique reading experience that maintains the grandeur and poetic essence of Goethe’s work. “Faust” invites exploration of its multifaceted characters and profound philosophical questions, making it a significant contribution to the canon of classic literature.
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Goethe’s masterpiece and perhaps the greatest work in German literature, Faust has made the legendary German alchemist one of the central myths of the Western world. Here indeed is a monumental Faust, an audacious man boldly wagering with the devil, Mephistopheles, that no magic, sensuality, experience, or knowledge can lead him to a moment he would wish to last forever. Here, in Faust, Part I, the tremendous versatility of Goethe’s genius creates some of the most beautiful passages in literature. Here too we experience Goethe’s characteristic humor, the excitement and eroticism of the witches’ Walpurgis Night, and the moving emotion of Gretchen’s tragic fate.
This authoritative edition, which offers Peter Salm’s wonderfully readable translation as well as the original German on facing pages, brings us Faust in a vital, rhythmic American idiom that carefully preserves the grandeur, integrity, and poetic immediacy of Goethe’s words.
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