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Faust, Part 1

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The narrative centers on Dr. Faust, a scholar who becomes entangled in a pact with the devil, Mephistopheles, as part of a divine challenge. This struggle embodies the classic theme of the dangers associated with seeking power through unscrupulous means. Goethe's "Faust" is a profound exploration of ambition, morality, and the human condition, reflecting its historical roots in the German Renaissance legend. This edition features a translation by Anna Swanwick and an introduction by F. H. Hedge, emphasizing its literary significance.

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Language
English
Publisher
Digireads.com
Released
2021
Format
Paperback
Pages
142
ISBN13
9781420975130
Series
First published
1832
Original title
Faust
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The narrative centers on Dr. Faust, a scholar who becomes entangled in a pact with the devil, Mephistopheles, as part of a divine challenge. This struggle embodies the classic theme of the dangers associated with seeking power through unscrupulous means. Goethe's "Faust" is a profound exploration of ambition, morality, and the human condition, reflecting its historical roots in the German Renaissance legend. This edition features a translation by Anna Swanwick and an introduction by F. H. Hedge, emphasizing its literary significance.