The Faust-Legend and Goethe's 'Faust'

In "The Faust-Legend and Goethe's 'Faust,'" H. B. Cotterill offers a comprehensive examination of one of literature's most compelling tales—the Faust legend. Through meticulous analysis, Cotterill weaves together historical contexts, literary styles, and philosophical themes that have evolved since the legend's inception. His engaging prose not only illuminates Goethe's dramatic treatment of Faust...