Faust: Der Tragödie zweiter Teil by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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Author Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von, 1749-1832
Title Faust: Der Tragödie zweiter Teil
Note Preceded by Part 1 PG#2229
Cf. English Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Faust,_Part_2
Cf. German Wikipedia: http://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Faust_II
Credits Produced by Michael Pullen
Summary "Faust: Der Tragödie zweiter Teil" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a dramatic work written during the late 18th to early 19th century. The play continues the profound exploration of human experience and ambition initiated in the first part of "Faust," focusing on themes such as desire, creativity, and the quest for meaning. The central character, Dr. Heinrich Faust, grapples with his aspirations and existential dilemmas, accompanied by the enigmatic figure of Mephistopheles. The opening of the play establishes an ethereal atmosphere, depicting Faust in a tranquil, natural setting, troubled by unrest and seeking solace in sleep. He is surrounded by spirits and magical beings that embody the dualities of life, including beauty and torment, as they sing of spring and renewal. Faust's soliloquy reveals his yearning to strive for higher existence and deeper understanding of life, suggesting his perpetual quest for fulfillment. As the scene transitions to a courtly setting, political tensions arise, indicating that Faust's journey will intertwine with the broader implications of power and human fate, underscored by Mephistopheles' cunning presence. The narrative hints at the exploration of further mystical acts, emphasizing the interplay of personal ambition and societal constructs. Thus, the beginning portion of this dramatic piece sets the stage for Faust's ongoing journey through ambition, existential contemplation, and the mysteries that lie ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject German poetry
Subject Legends -- Germany -- Drama
Subject Faust, -approximately 1540 -- Drama
Subject Magicians -- Drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 2230
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 31, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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