Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Birth: 1749-08-28 , Frankfurt am Main

Death: 1832-03-22 , Weimar

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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Sicilian Song

Sicilian Song

YE black and roguish eyes,

If ye command.
Each house in ruins lies,
No town can stand.

And shall my bosom's chain,--

This plaster wall,
To think one moment, deign,--
Shall I not fall?

Dating and Passion Pain and Despair Soul

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