Publisher's Synopsis
Conversations of Goethe is a book written by Johann Peter Eckermann, based on his conversations with the famous German writer and philosopher, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. The book is a collection of dialogues that took place between the two men over a period of nine years, from 1823 to 1832. The conversations cover a wide range of topics, including literature, art, philosophy, science, and politics. Goethe shares his thoughts on various literary works, such as Shakespeare's plays and Homer's epics, and offers insights into his own creative process. He also discusses his views on nature, religion, and the human condition. Eckermann's book provides a unique glimpse into the mind of one of the greatest thinkers of the Romantic era. Through his conversations with Goethe, readers get a sense of his intellectual curiosity, his deep knowledge of the world, and his profound insights into the human experience. Conversations of Goethe is a must-read for anyone interested in literature, philosophy, or German culture.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
