num_pages: 277
description: A two-part version of Goethe's great work, retaining the mighty scope, linguistic daring and philosophical intricacy of the original.God and Mephistopheles make a bet on who can win the soul of Dr Faust. The good doctor signs a contract that offers him boundless knowledge and sensual gratification – but on one condition...Faust: Parts I and II was designed to be performed in two parts of two and a half hours each, but can also be cut to make one long play.
language: English
title: Faust: Parts I and II
titlecomplete: Faust: Parts I and II
characters: Dr. Heinrich Faust, Mephistopheles
genres: Literature, German Literature, Classics, Drama, Philosophy, Germany, Plays, Fiction, Poetry, Fantasy
ratings_count: 45528
places: Germany
series: Goethes Faust
publisher: Nick Hern Books