Geschichte des Agathon. Teil 1

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Geschichte des Agathon. Teil 1

by Christoph Martin Wieland

DE·~9 hours·58 chapters

Chapters

58 total
1

This etext was prepared by Michael Pullen, Alpharetta, GA.

5:25
2

VORBERICHT

12:27
3

ERSTER TEIL - ERSTES BUCH - ERSTES KAPITEL

3:45
4

ZWEITES KAPITEL

7:01
5

DRITTES KAPITEL

2:35
6

VIERTES KAPITEL

0:52
7

FÜNFTES KAPITEL

2:49
8

SECHSTES KAPITEL

4:41
9

SIEBENTES KAPITEL

4:18
10

ACHTES KAPITEL

3:49

Description

A lively mix of adventure and philosophical chatter, this tale follows the curious youth Agathon as he is swept from a festive celebration into a series of unexpected journeys. From an abrupt ship ride to a surprising discovery, his encounters with characters like the clever Hippias and the enigmatic Psyche set the stage for a spirited exploration of virtue, wisdom, and the pleasures of the senses.

The narrative weaves together lively debates on materialism, the nature of love, and the power of music, all while Agathon navigates shifting fortunes at courts and in distant lands. Episodes of intrigue, secret messages, and reflective digressions give the story a rich, layered texture, inviting listeners to ponder timeless questions amid the unfolding drama. The first act establishes a vivid world where mythic motifs and sharp wit intersect, promising an engaging listen that balances intellectual playfulness with human curiosity.

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Language

de

Duration

~9 hours (565K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2000-09-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Christoph Martin Wieland

Christoph Martin Wieland

1733–1813

A central figure of German literature in the Enlightenment, this poet, novelist, translator, and editor helped open German readers to a more cosmopolitan, witty, and modern style of writing. He is especially remembered for works such as Oberon and for his lasting influence on the literary culture of Weimar.

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