Goethe and the Modern Age - Hardcover

by Arnold Bergstraesser (Editor), Walter Paepcke (Foreword by)

""Goethe and the Modern Age"" is a scholarly work by Arnold Bergstraesser that explores the life and work of the great German writer, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, and his influence on modern literature and culture. The book delves into Goethe's literary and philosophical achievements, including his contributions to the Romantic movement, his exploration of human psychology, and his interest in science and nature. Bergstraesser also examines the impact of Goethe's ideas on subsequent generations of writers and thinkers, from Nietzsche and Freud to contemporary authors such as W.G. Sebald and J.M. Coetzee. With its detailed analysis and insightful commentary, ""Goethe and the Modern Age"" offers a comprehensive look at one of the most important figures in German literary history and his enduring legacy in the modern world.The International Convocation At Aspen, Colorado, 1949. Additional Contributors Include Giuseppe A. Borgese, Barker Fairley, Karl Reinhardt, And Others.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.