Urfaust: A New Version of Goethe's Early Faust in Brechtian Mode by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Urfaust: A New Version of Goethe's Early Faust in Brechtian Mode

Goethe's Faust #0.5

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe with Dan Farrelly (Translator)

66 pages first pub 1775 (editions)

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Goethe’s Urfaust is an unrecognized masterpiece. Brecht’s intense interest in it is a testament to its enduring theatrical fascination. The great director’s disrespectful treatment of the play brought it to life for his contemporary audiences. But...

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Community Reviews Summary of 66 reviews

Moods

challenging 75%
dark 75%
emotional 50%
funny 25%
mysterious 25%
reflective 25%
tense 25%

Pace

medium 75%
fast 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 66% | Character: 33%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 25% | Yes: 25%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.34

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