“Everything which is properly business we must keep carefully separate from life. Business requires earnestness and method; life must have a freed handling.”
Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Work
Delphi Works of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (Illustrated)
The book features a curated selection of Goethe's most celebrated poems, plays, and essays, showcasing his profound influence on German literature and philosophy. The illustrated edition adds a visual dimension to the text, enhancing the reader's engagement with Goethe's timeless works. more
Author
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, born on August 28, 1749, and died on March 22, 1832, was a prominent German writer, thinker, and scientist. He is one of the greatest writers in German literary history and his works have had a profound impact on the world. His most famous works include 'Faust' and 'The Sorrows of Young Werther'. more
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