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Focusing on Goethe's lyric poetry, this collection explores its evolution as a cohesive whole through a selection of both famous and lesser-known poems. The translations prioritize capturing the essence of Goethe's diverse meter in verse form, while avoiding the constraints of traditional rhyme that can lead to a stilted feel. The aim is to provide English speakers with a comprehensive view of Goethe as both an individual and a poet, showcasing the richness of his work.
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Blessed Longing, J. W. Goethe
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- Released
- 2009
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- Title
- Blessed Longing
- Subtitle
- Selected Poems of J.W. Goethe
- Language
- English
- Authors
- J. W. Goethe
- Publisher
- Trafford Publishing
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 156
- ISBN13
- 9781425169220
- Category
- Poetry
- Description
- Focusing on Goethe's lyric poetry, this collection explores its evolution as a cohesive whole through a selection of both famous and lesser-known poems. The translations prioritize capturing the essence of Goethe's diverse meter in verse form, while avoiding the constraints of traditional rhyme that can lead to a stilted feel. The aim is to provide English speakers with a comprehensive view of Goethe as both an individual and a poet, showcasing the richness of his work.