The Cambridge Companion to Goethe (Cambridge Companions to Literature)

by Lesley Sharpe (Editor)

This study provides a stimulating and accessible survey of this many-sided figure. The volume places Goethe in the context of the Germany and Europe of his lifetime. His literary work is covered in individual chapters on poetry, drama--with a separate chapter on Faust, prose fiction and autobiography. A wide-ranging survey of reception inside and outside Germany and an extensive guide to further reading complete the volume, which will appeal to students and specialists alike.

296 pages, Paperback

First published April 30, 1998

Reviews

[Sam]

I must preface this review by saying I elected not to read some of the essays, since I read this for pleasure. Besides that it was quite enjoyable actually, there’s not much to say, you get why you pay for: you get to expand your knowledge with essays written by reputable academics.

I also want to add in this review that Goethe is the greatest man who ever lived.

[Plato]

Good!