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This book is an engaging study of the evolution of Lessing's Faustdichtung (Faust poem), situated within the broader cultural and literary landscape of the 18th century. It traces the origins of the Faust legend, from its roots in medieval folklore to its various literary incarnations before Lessing. The author meticulously analyzes the development of Lessing's treatment of the Faust theme, from his early satirical sketches to his ambitious plans for a full-fledged tragedy. Along the way, the book elucidates Lessing's evolving philosophical and aesthetic views, particularly his ideas on the nature of truth, the limits of human reason, and the role of the imagination in shaping our understanding of the world. Ultimately, this book not only sheds light on a pivotal work in German literature but also offers a profound exploration of the enduring themes of human aspiration, knowledge, and the struggle between good and evil.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an engaging study of the evolution of Lessing's Faustdichtung (Faust poem), situated within the broader cultural and literary landscape of the 18th century. It traces the origins of the Faust legend, from its roots in medieval folklore to its various literary incarnations before Lessing. The author meticulously analyzes the development of Lessing's treatment of the Faust theme, from his early satirical sketches to his ambitious plans for a full-fledged tragedy. Along the way, the book elucidates Lessing's evolving philosophical and aesthetic views, particularly his ideas on the nature of truth, the limits of human reason, and the role of the imagination in shaping our understanding of the world. Ultimately, this book not only sheds light on a pivotal work in German literature but also offers a profound exploration of the enduring themes of human aspiration, knowledge, and the struggle between good and evil. 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 # 9781333797072_0
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