**Goethe: A Literary Legacy** explores the life and work of one of the most important and influential figures in world literature. This comprehensive study provides a stimulating and accessible survey of Goethe's many-sided genius, placing him in the context of the Germany and Europe of his lifetime.
Goethe's literary work is covered in individual chapters on poetry, drama, prose fiction, and autobiography. These chapters explore the major themes and techniques of Goethe's writing, and they provide close readings of some of his most important works, including “Faust,” “Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship,” and “Hermann and Dorothea.”
A wide-ranging survey of Goethe's reception inside and outside Germany completes the volume. This survey traces the changing fortunes of Goethe's reputation over the centuries, and it examines the impact of his work on subsequent generations of writers and thinkers.
**Goethe: A Literary Legacy** is an essential resource for students and specialists alike. It is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to Goethe's life and work, and it provides a fresh perspective on this towering figure of world literature.
**Key Features:**
* A comprehensive and accessible survey of Goethe's life and work
* Individual chapters on poetry, drama, prose fiction, and autobiography
* A wide-ranging survey of Goethe's reception inside and outside Germany
* An essential resource for students and specialists alike
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