The Faust Legend and Goethe’s Faust (1912)

The Faust Legend And Goethe???????s Faust, written by H.B. Cotterill in 1912, is a comprehensive study of the famous German legend of Faust and its most renowned adaptation by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. The book delves into the origins of the Faust legend, tracing its roots in medieval folklore and its evolution through various literary works before culminating in Goethe???????s masterpiece. Cotterill examines the themes and motifs that are central to the legend, such as the quest for knowledge, the dangers of ambition, and the Faustian pact with the devil. He also explores the historical and cultural context in which Goethe wrote his Faust, analyzing the philosophical and literary influences that shaped the work. The book provides a detailed analysis of both parts of Goethe???????s Faust, highlighting the key themes, characters, and motifs. It also includes a discussion of the critical reception of the work and its influence on subsequent literature and culture. The Faust Legend And Goethe???????s Faust is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Faust legend, German literature, or the history of ideas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.