
Faust: A Tragedy
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格式
平装书
页数
626
语言
英语
已发布
Jan 1, 1976
出版商
W. W. Norton & Company
版本
First Printing, Underlining
ISBN-10
0393092089
ISBN-13
9780393092080
描述
Goethe's Faust stands as a monumental achievement in world literature, weaving a rich tapestry of ambition, moral dilemma, and existential inquiry. The narrative follows the tormented figure of Faust, a scholar who, dissatisfied with the limits of human knowledge, makes a pact with the devil, Mephistopheles. This decision plunges him into a whirlwind of experiences that challenge his understanding of pleasure, power, and fulfillment. Through Faust's journey, Goethe explores profound themes of desire and redemption, as well as the eternal struggle between good and evil.
Despite its significance, Faust has often gone unrecognized in English literary circles. Yet its complexity invites readers to engage with its philosophical depth and haunting beauty. The characters are not merely archetypes but reflections of human aspiration and folly, prompting readers to reflect on their own quests for meaning. Overall, Goethe’s work remains a vital exploration of the human condition, resonating with timeless relevance.
Despite its significance, Faust has often gone unrecognized in English literary circles. Yet its complexity invites readers to engage with its philosophical depth and haunting beauty. The characters are not merely archetypes but reflections of human aspiration and folly, prompting readers to reflect on their own quests for meaning. Overall, Goethe’s work remains a vital exploration of the human condition, resonating with timeless relevance.