Life of Johann Wolfgang Goethe by James Sime

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Author Sime, James, 1843-1895
Contributor Anderson, John Parker, 1841-1925
LoC No. 16019205
Title Life of Johann Wolfgang Goethe
Note Reading ease score: 73.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Life of Johann Wolfgang Goethe" by James Sime is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the life and works of Johann Wolfgang Goethe, one of Germany's most celebrated literary figures. The narrative likely covers his early life, literary contributions, and personal experiences that shaped his genius, giving readers insight into his creative processes and influences. The opening of the biography introduces Goethe's family background, detailing his ancestral roots and the early influences that shaped his imaginative temperament. It describes his childhood in Frankfort, emphasizing the warmth of family dynamics, especially with his mother and sister, as well as the impact of significant events, such as the Seven Years' War, on his formative years. Early experiences, love interests, and his eventual departure to study at the University of Leipzig are highlighted, setting the stage for Goethe's development as a writer and thinker. This foundation reveals not only the circumstances surrounding his upbringing but also hints at the complexities of his emotional life and artistic aspirations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von, 1749-1832
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EBook-No. 58972
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 24, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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