“Taste is only to be educated by contemplation, not of the tolerably good but of the truly excellent. I therefore show you only the best works; and when you are grounded in these, you will have a standard for the rest, which you will know how to value, without overrating them.”
Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Work
Conversations of Goethe with Eckermann and Soret
The volume includes a series of conversations that span several years, providing a rich tapestry of Goethe's intellectual and emotional life. The discussions delve into a wide range of topics, reflecting Goethe's deep engagement with the world around him and his profound influence on German literature. 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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