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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, composed of letters written between Goethe's mother, Elisabeth, and her renowned son, the writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, provides a unique glimpse into the life of one of Germany's greatest literary figures. Covering the period from 1780 to 1794, the letters offer an intimate portrait of Goethe's personal and professional life, detailing his travels, creative process, and relationships. The correspondence also sheds light on the social and political landscape of the time, as Goethe and his mother witness and comment on the tumultuous events of the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars. The letters reveal Elisabeth Goethe as a remarkable woman, whose wisdom, resilience, and unwavering support played a pivotal role in her son's life and work. Through their correspondence, we witness the deep bond between mother and son, and gain a profound understanding of Goethe's development as a writer and thinker amidst the transformative era in which he lived. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780366045853_0
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