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100 1 _aGoethe, Johann Wolfgang von,
_d1749-1832
245 1 0 _aLetters from Switzerland and Travels in Italy
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2016
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2016-10-04
508 _aProduced by Laura Natal Rodrigues and Marc D'Hooghe at Free Literature (online soon in an extended version, also linking to free sources for education worldwide ... MOOC's, educational materials,...) Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.
520 _a"Letters from Switzerland and Travels in Italy" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a travel memoir written in the late 18th century. The work is a collection of letters describing Goethe's experiences and reflections during his journeys through Switzerland and Italy, showcasing his observations of nature, society, and the human condition. The content promises a deep exploration of the interplay between the beauty of landscapes and the author's inner thoughts and feelings, making it a significant contribution to the literary tradition of travel writing. The opening of the memoir sets the stage for Goethe's introspective journey as he grapples with his inability to adequately express his emotions and experiences in writing. He reflects on the disparity between the grandeur of the natural world and the triviality of human constructs, pondering the idea of freedom as he observes the Swiss people. Goethe's introspections reveal a longing for connection with nature and a deep appreciation for its beauty, while simultaneously critiquing societal norms and personal aspirations. These early letters highlight his struggle with feelings of inadequacy in capturing the sublime experiences of travel, establishing a tone that blends wonder with a philosophical quest for meaning. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aItaly -- Description and travel
653 _aGoethe, Johann Wolfgang von, 1749-1832 -- Travel -- Italy
653 _aSwitzerland -- Description and travel
653 _aGoethe, Johann Wolfgang von, 1749-1832 -- Travel -- Switzerland
700 1 _aMorrison, A. J. W.
_q(Alexander James William),
_d1806-1865
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53205
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