Title: Goethe's Elective affinities and the critics
Description: From the time of its publication to today, Goethe's famous novel The Elective Affinities (Die Wahlverwandtschaften, 1809), has aroused a storm of critical confusion. Critics in every age have disagreed about its content, its style, and its tone.
Subjects: Criticism and interpretation, History, Goethe, johann wolfgang von, 1749-1832, Benjamin, walter, 1892-1940
People: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749-1832), Walter Benjamin (1892-1940)