“If any man wish to write in a clear style, let him be first clear in his thoughts; and if any would write in a noble style, let him first possess a noble soul.”
Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Work
Conversations of Goethe with Johann Peter Eckermann
This book presents a series of conversations between Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Johann Peter Eckermann, providing a glimpse into Goethe's intellectual and philosophical musings. The discussions cover a wide range of topics, including literature, art, and personal reflections. 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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