The Warning
The story revolves around a young nobleman who becomes infatuated with a mysterious and beautiful woman. He learns that she has been cursed by a sorcerer and will die in three days unless he can find her true love. He sets out on a journey to find the woman's true love, but along the way, he encounters various obstacles and temptations that test his resolve. Meanwhile, the woman's curse is revealed to be a metaphor for the destructive power of unchecked passion and desire. As the young nobleman navigates the complexities of love and morality, he must confront his own flaws and weaknesses in order to save the woman and find true love himself.
By Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe · First published 1774 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Romantic · 127 words
First lines
WHEN sounds the trumpet at the Judgment Day,
And when forever all things earthly die,
We must a full and true account supply Of ev'ry useless word we dropp'd in play.
But what effect will all the words convey
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The Warning is listed on Textopian as a poem by Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe, dated 1774 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe
- Date: 1774 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Romantic, Religious, Drama
- Length: 127 words
- Structure: 1 section, 12 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhythm and meter, characteristic of poetic forms.
- Philosophical — The themes explore moral accountability and the consequences of one's actions, reflecting deep philosophical inquiries.
- Romantic — The expression of love and emotional depth aligns with the Romantic genre's focus on personal feelings and relationships.
- Religious — The references to Judgment Day and moral reckoning indicate a religious undertone, engaging with spiritual themes.
Tags
Philosophical Fiction · German Literature · 18th Century Novel · Cautionary Tale · Social Commentary · Moral Allegory · Psychological Insight · Coming of Age Story · Family Drama · Love Triangle · Class Conflict · Social Hierarchy