Briefe von Goethe an Lavater aus den Jahren 1774 bis 1783 by Goethe

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Author Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von, 1749-1832
Editor Hirzel, Heinrich, 1766-1833
Title Briefe von Goethe an Lavater aus den Jahren 1774 bis 1783
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Summary "Briefe von Goethe an Lavater aus den Jahren 1774 bis 1783" by Goethe is a collection of letters penned between two prominent figures of the Sturm und Drang movement, written in the late 18th century. The correspondence primarily features Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Caspar Lavater, delving into personal reflections, psychological insights, and philosophical musings that intertwine their lives and thoughts. The letters convey Goethe’s exploration of self, human experience, and camaraderie, revealing the depth of their friendship. At the start of the collection, the reader is introduced to the context of the letters, which were entrusted to a publisher by friends seeking to share them publicly. The opening letters feature Goethe discussing themes of personal amusement and the significance of human connections in understanding one's purpose. It also hints at Goethe’s artistic endeavors, his reflections on the world around him, and his desire to express his innermost thoughts through art and correspondence. The interplay of introspection, creativity, and the search for meaning sets the tone for the exploration of Goethe's profound thoughts throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von, 1749-1832 -- Correspondence
Subject Authors, German -- 18th century -- Correspondence
Subject Lavater, Johann Caspar, 1741-1801 -- Correspondence
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