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Dedication - The Poems Of Goeth
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Epitaph


As a boy, reserved and naughty;
As a youth, a coxcomb and haughty;
As a man, for action inclined;
As a greybeard, fickle in mind.--
Upon thy grave will people read:
This was a very man, indeed!
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Johann Wolfgang von Goethe DE

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

1749-08-28 — 1832-03-22 · Frankfurt am Main

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe was a prolific German writer, poet, playwright, and statesman whose vast body of work significantly impacted European literature and thought. His writings explored profound themes of nature, humanity, science, and the human condition, often blending romantic idealism with classical restraint. Goethe's influence extended beyond literature; he was also a respected figure in science and politics, embodying the ideal of the well-rounded Renaissance man. His literary creations, such as "Faust," remain cornerstones of world literature.

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