
ARIEL.
CHOR
ARIEL.
FAUST.
KAISERLICHE PFALZ - SAAL DES THRONES
KAISER.
JUNKER.
ZWEITER JUNKER.
In this expansive continuation of the legend, a restless scholar lies upon a meadow as twilight gathers, and ethereal choirs of spirits awaken the scene. The opening swirls between lyrical hymn and vivid natural description, inviting listeners into a world where the boundaries between earth, sky, and the supernatural blur. Goethe’s language rolls like a gentle breeze, setting a tone of wonder that propels the drama toward larger mythic canvases.
From this tranquil beginning, the narrative expands into classical realms, where ancient heroes and legendary beauties reappear, challenging the protagonist’s yearning for transcendent knowledge. The play weaves poetry, philosophy, and theatrical spectacle, offering moments of quiet reflection alongside bold, larger‑than‑life encounters. Listeners will be drawn into a richly layered meditation on ambition, love, and the restless human spirit, all while the poetic rhythm carries the story forward with grace.
Language
de
Duration
~5 hours (290K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2000-06-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1749–1832
A towering figure in German literature, this poet, novelist, and playwright also explored science, philosophy, and public life. Best known for Faust and The Sorrows of Young Werther, he left a mark far beyond his own era.
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