Goethe's Egmont - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe - Bog

Goethe's Egmont: A Tragedy is a literary work by the renowned German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Originally published in 1788, this edition from 1868 includes copious explanatory notes and a complete vocabulary to aid readers in understanding the text. The play follows the story of Count Egmont, a nobleman and military leader in 16th century Flanders who becomes embroiled in a conflict between the Spanish occupiers and the Flemish people. As Egmont navigates the complex political landscape, he becomes a symbol of resistance and hope for the Flemish people, but ultimately falls victim to the political machinations of his enemies. Goethe's Egmont is a masterpiece of German literature, exploring themes of freedom, justice, and the role of the individual in society. This edition is ideal for students and scholars of German literature, as well as anyone interested in exploring the works of one of the greatest writers of the Romantic era.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.