To the Husbandman by Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe
The work is a philosophical and poetic exploration of the relationship between nature and humanity. It presents a vision of an ideal society where people live in harmony with the natural world. The text describes a utopian community where individuals are free to pursue their passions, and the economy is based on mutual aid and cooperation.
By Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe · First published 1789 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Nature Writing · 55 words
First lines
SMOOTHLY and lightly the golden seed by the furrow is cover'd;
Yet will a deeper one, friend, cover thy bones at the last. Joyously plough'd and sow'd! Here food all living is budding,
E'en from the side of the tomb Hope will not vanish away.
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To the Husbandman is listed on Textopian as a poem by Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe, dated 1789 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe
- Date: 1789 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Nature Writing, Meditative, Allegorical
- Length: 55 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
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Genres
- Poetry — The work employs structured verse and employs lyrical language, focusing on themes of nature and mortality.
- Philosophical — It explores existential themes, reflecting on life, death, and the cyclical nature of existence.
- Nature Writing — The text emphasizes the relationship between humanity and the natural world, particularly through agricultural imagery.
- Meditative — The reflective tone invites contemplation on deeper meanings of life and death.
Tags
Philosophical · Poetic · Allegorical · Symbolic · Nature · Existential · Meditative · Spiritual · Mythological · Folkloric · Rural · Agricultural