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Goethes Briefe an Auguste zu Stolberg

by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Augusta Louise Stolberg-Stolberg, Gräfin zu

Edited by Max Hecker

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"Goethes Briefe an Auguste zu Stolberg" by Goethe and Stolberg-Stolberg is a correspondence collection written in the late 18th to early 19th century. This work features letters exchanged between the esteemed German poet Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Auguste Gräfin Stolberg, reflecting their deep emotional connection and the artistic environment of the time. The letters delve into themes of love, longing, and the struggles of artistic expression, offering insights into both the personal and broader cultural context. The opening portion of the correspondence presents an editor's introduction that sets the stage for the exchange between Goethe and Gustchen, as well as some historical context regarding their relationship. It describes how they began corresponding after Gustchen read Goethe's "The Sorrows of Young Werther," which deeply resonated with her. The early letters reveal Goethe’s passionate but tumultuous emotions, as he grapples with the complexities of love and creativity amidst societal expectations and internal conflict. The editor highlights the emotional weight of their shared correspondence, showcasing it as a reflection of the intensity and earnestness of their connection during a time of significant literary development in Germany.

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