Goethe’s Boyhood, 1749-1764

'Goethe’s Boyhood, 1749-1764' offers a captivating glimpse into the formative years of one of literature’s giants, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. This volume comprises the first five books of Goethe’s autobiography, providing an intimate and insightful account of his childhood experiences. Readers are transported to 18th-century Germany, where they witness the development of young Goethe’s intellectual curiosity and artistic sensibilities. Through vivid descriptions and personal reflections, Goethe recounts the events, people, and ideas that shaped his early life. This work provides valuable context for understanding the man behind the literary masterpieces, offering a unique perspective on the origins of his creative genius. 'Goethe’s Boyhood' remains a compelling read for anyone interested in literature, history, and the enduring power of personal narrative.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.