Faust, First Part
Faust, First Part
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1988
Book Brief
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Play • Fiction
Germany • 16th Century
1988
Adult
18+ years
NP0L
Super Short Summary
Faust, First Part by Peter Salm and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe explores the complex journey of Faust, a scholar dissatisfied with life, who makes a pact with Mephistopheles, embodying the struggle between good and evil. The narrative delves into themes of knowledge, desire, and redemption.
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Faust, First Part by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, translated by Peter Salm, is praised for its masterful prose and deep philosophical themes. Critics commend Salm's translation for its clarity and faithfulness to the original. However, some readers find the dense allegorical content challenging. Overall, it remains a seminal work in Western literature.
Who Should Read Faust, First Part?
Readers who enjoy delving into philosophical explorations and the human condition, akin to the themes in Dostoevsky’s Crime and Punishment or Nietzsche’s Thus Spoke Zarathustra, will find Faust, First Part by Goethe and Salm a thought-provoking masterpiece that blends tragedy, mythology, and existential inquiry.
129,035 ratings
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Play • Fiction
Germany • 16th Century
1988
Adult
18+ years
NP0L
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