Wilhelm Meisters Wanderjahre — Band 3

Name: Wilhelm Meisters Wanderjahre — Band 3
Author: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

By Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Open in WeRead

Explore more books like this:

German Literature

About This Book

A middle-aged wanderer sets out to rejoin his companions and walks across a gently cultivated countryside, arriving at an inn where a local overseer admits him on strict conditions to observe events without questioning. He meets a diverse company of singers, craftsmen and laborers whose music develops from intimate duet to a full communal chorus, its tempo and tone altered by a commanding bass into an insistence on life as deliberate action. Shared meals, rules and conversations reveal a serious civic discipline, while scenes of spinning and weaving connect artistic expression with practical labor and moral purpose.

About the Author

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749-1832) was a German writer, statesman, and naturalist, widely regarded as one of the greatest figures in Western literature. His works span various genres, including poetry, drama, and prose, reflecting his deep engagement with the human experience and nature. Goethe is best known for his dramatic masterpiece "Faust," a profound exploration of ambition, desire, and redemption. His autobiographical work, "Autobiography: Truth and Fiction Relating to My Life," offers insights into his life and creative process. Goethe's contributions to literature and philosophy have left a lasting impact, influencing countless writers and thinkers across generations.