About this book
Faust II by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe bursts open the second act of a legendary drama, carrying the tormented scholar into a sweeping, allegorical odyssey where fairy-tale wonder, classical myth, and political satire intertwine. Part of Goethe’s magnum opus, this poetic play abandons the intimate tragedy of Part I for a panoramic series of five episodic acts that shift between enchanted fields, imperial courts, and mythic realms. Rich in classical allusion and symbolic imagery, Faust II explores themes of human striving, redemption, artistic creation, and the clash between desire and duty without sacrificing moments of comic invention and visionary spectacle.
Written as the capstone of Weimar Classicism, Goethe’s language moves freely between lyricism, philosophical reflection, and theatrical craftsmanship, demanding an attentive ear for its layered ideas and dramatic color. As a fairy tales-infused play, it rewards listeners with dense symbolism and theatrical surprises rather than conventional plot closure. Ideal for fans of classic literature, mythic drama, and philosophical theater, this audiobook suits anyone who loves richly textured narration, bold ideas, and the enduring questions about what it means to reach beyond oneself.
