Wont and Done
The novel revolves around the life of a young nobleman who becomes embroiled in a complicated love triangle with two women from different social classes. The story explores themes of class, morality, and the consequences of one's actions.
By Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe · First published 1797 · Genre: Lyric Poetry, Romanticism, Philosophical Poetry · 385 words
First lines
I HAVE loved; for the first time with passion I rave! I then was the servant, but now am the slave;
I then was the servant of all: By this creature so charming I now am fast bound, To love and love's guerdon she turns all around,
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe
- Date: 1797 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Lyric Poetry, Romanticism, Philosophical Poetry, Narrative Poetry, Celebratory Poetry
- Length: 385 words
- Structure: 1 section, 18 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Lyric Poetry — The work expresses deep personal emotions and reflections, characteristic of lyric poetry.
- Romanticism — Themes of passion, nature, and individual experience align with the Romantic movement.
- Philosophical Poetry — Explores existential themes and the nature of love and faith, indicative of philosophical inquiry.
- Narrative Poetry — Contains elements of storytelling through personal experiences and reflections.
Tags
Philosophical · Poetic · Romantic · German Literature · 18th Century · Existentialism · Humanism · Psychological Insight · Social Commentary · Morality Tale · Coming of Age · Self-Discovery