Poet Giant: Goethe

Author: Hou Wenxue
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: Whenever people mention The Sorrows of Young Werther and Faust, they immediately think of Goethe's name. Goethe is one of the greatest writers in German literary history. He not only wrote plays and novels but also composed many beautiful lyric poems. These poems have been set to music by renowned composers and have been widely sung by people. However, for the name of Goethe, a name not unfamiliar to you, dear reader, how much do you actually know? This biography details the life of this great figure. From a very young age, Goethe developed an interest in drama and poetry. But his father wanted him to become a lawyer and opposed his writing. When he recited his poems to people, he often faced setbacks. Goethe was repeatedly confused. But with strong conviction and encouragement from many friends, he overcame various obstacles and finally produced one brilliant work after another.