Goethe Conversation Records

Author: (German) Eckermann / Huang Mingjia
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Publishing Date: 2005-06-01
Features: Goethe is a typical representative of the peak period of modern bourgeois culture and has had a profound impact in the West. The Conversations with Goethe was compiled and edited by Goethe's friend Eckermann, providing a detailed and profound portrayal of Goethe. It authentically records the mature thoughts and practical experiences of Goethe in his later years, covering philosophy, aesthetics, literary theory, creative practice, as well as daily life and attitudes toward life. The Conversations with Goethe is the first complete translation published in China, which helps readers, especially young readers, gain a comprehensive understanding of Goethe, get closer to him, improve their literary cultivation, refine their thoughts and sentiments, and appreciate the true essence of life. This collection of conversations records Goethe's late remarks and activities on literature, aesthetics, philosophy, natural sciences, religion, politics, and other aspects, and has been favored by literary critics, lovers of natural sciences, philosophers, and general readers alike. It can be said to be universally appealing and of extraordinary significance. It reflects Goethe's worldview and methods of thinking, his theory of genius, his views on literature and art, and his attitudes toward classicism and romanticism, embodying a comprehensive expression of his thoughts. In this collection, Goethe repeatedly mentions his admiration for Napoleon, Byron, Molière, Beranger, Schiller, and other figures. The works he is most proud of, Faust and Tasso, are frequently mentioned and serve as an excellent way to fully understand this great German literary figure. Careful reading of this collection of conversations is sure to bring you great benefits.