
von
Goethe über Johann Christian Günther
Als er endlich sich wagte, ihr seine Liebe zu entdecken
Sonett
An seine Schöne
An Magdalis Als er sie auf einige Zeit entbehren sollte.
Als er sich seiner Abwesenden erinnerte
An Leonoren
Vor dem Abschied
Als er sie seiner beständigen Treue versicherte
In this lyrical collection the poet invites listeners into a world where love, longing and the untamed spirit of nature intertwine. The verses ripple with vivid images of rivers, forests and sunrise, while an intimate voice wrestles with desire, doubt and the search for inner freedom. Through witty turns of phrase and rhythmic flow, the work captures the restless energy of a soul that refuses to be tamed.
Early in the journey the speaker confronts the paradox of passion and restraint, asking the heart to keep its fire hidden yet still daring to dream of a tender union. Themes of friendship, melancholy and the fleeting nature of fame surface alongside reflections on the poet’s own place in a world that often feels judgment‑free. Listeners will find themselves carried by a blend of sensual language and thoughtful contemplation, experiencing the raw, earnest emotions that defined the poet’s early verses.
Language
de
Duration
~1 hours (101K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Norbert H. Langkau, Norbert Müller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2014-04-15
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1695–1723
A brilliant, restless voice of early 18th-century German poetry, he wrote with unusual directness about love, hardship, and the ups and downs of his own life. Though he died young, his lyrics were admired for their energy and emotional honesty.
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