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Faust
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Faust
Loosely connected with Part One and the German legend of Faust, Part Two is a dramatic epic rather than a strictly constructed drama. It is conceived as an act of homage to classical Greek culture and inspired above all by the world of story-telling and myth at the heart of the Greektradition, as well as owing some of its material to the Arabian Nights tales. The restless and ruthless hero, advised by his cynical demon-companion Mephistopheles, visits classical Greece i search of the beautiful Helen of Troy. Returning to modern times, he seeks to crown his career by gaining control of the elements, and at his death is carried up into the unkown regions,still in pursuit of the 'Eternal Feminine'. David Luke's translation of Part One won the European Poetry Translation Prize. Here he again imitates the varied verse-forms of the original, and provides a highly readable - and actable - translation, supported by an introduction, full notes, and an index of classical mythology.
Faust
"Faust" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a monumental work of German literature that explores themes of ambition, knowledge, and the human condition. Divided into two parts, the play tells the story of the scholar Faust, who makes a pact with the devil, Mephistopheles, in exchange for worldly pleasures and limitless knowledge. At the heart of the narrative is Faust's relentless pursuit of knowledge and experience, which leads him on a journey of self-discovery and moral reckoning. Through his encounters with Mephistopheles and various other characters, Faust grapples with questions of morality, free will, and the nature of existence. Goethe's "Faust" is celebrated for its rich language, complex characters, and profound philosophical insights. The play delves into the depths of human desire and aspiration, exploring the consequences of unchecked ambition and the search for meaning in a world fraught with temptation and disillusionment.
Faust
A comprehensive exploration of Dr. Faust, the man who sold his soul to the devil, and those who lived to tell his tale. Volume I includes: New insights into the life and times of the historical Dr. Faustus, the notorious occultist and charlatan who reputedly declared the devil was his brother-in-law. A detailed study of the first Faust books and the popular Faustian folk tales. Original discussions on Christopher Marlowes famous drama and his atheistic rendition of the Faustian myth, including a unique and controversial analysis of the A and B texts. The days of the Faust puppet plays. Gotthold Ephraim Lessings unfinished Faust drama. Volume II features: A unique, in-depth account of Johann Wolfgang von Goethes masterpiece, Faust, Parts One and Two. An examination of the early sketches of his classic drama. Includes detailed explanations of Goethes hidden symbolism in the text, his interest in history and science, the occult, alchemy, Freemasonry and his warnings to future generations.
International Faust Studies
This major interdisciplinary collection captures the vitality and increasingly global significance of the Faust figure in literature, theatre and music. Bringing together scholars from around the world, International Faust Studies examines questions of adaptation, reception and translation centering on Faust discourse in a diversity of cultural contexts, including the Chinese, Japanese, Indian, African, Brazilian and Canadian, as well as the European, British and American. It broadens the field by including studies of lesser known or neglected Faust discourse, including the translation of Goethe's Faust recently attributed to Coleridge, in addition to the canonical.
Faust
This title provides an exploration of the way Faust has achieved iconic status in modern culture by examining in his image in literature, theatre, film, art.
