Dramatic Works of Goethe: Comprising Faust, Iphigenia in Tauris, Torquato Tasso, Egmont (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Morgenthau, Henry Wolfgang Von

 
9781451010541: Dramatic Works of Goethe: Comprising Faust, Iphigenia in Tauris, Torquato Tasso, Egmont (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore Goethe’s dramatic world through a curated edition of his key plays and translations. This collection brings together Faust, Iphigenia in Tauris, Torquato Tasso, and Egmont in a readable, thoughtfully edited format.

This edition frames Goethe’s enduring stage works with companion notes and translator’s insight. It helps readers appreciate how Goethe shaped classic drama, from intense moral questions to the artistry of verse and stagecraft. You’ll encounter a blend of celebrated scenes, character-driven moments, and the historical context that influenced these productions.


  • Clear presentation of major plays with accessible translations and notes.

  • Context on Goethe’s approach to drama and how his works connect with classical models.

  • Selections that illuminate character, motive, and the tensions of power, duty, and conscience.

  • Rich excerpts that showcase dramatic dialogue, pace, and Shakespearean echoes in Goethe’s own style.



Ideal for readers of classic drama, students studying German literature, and anyone curious about Goethe’s dramatic vision.

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About the Author

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749-1832), a towering figure in German literature, was the author of "The Sorrows of Young Werther, Faust, Italian Journey, The Theory of Colours" (MIT Press edition, 1970), and many other works.

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