Faustus, His Life, Death, And Doom

Faustus, His Life, Death, And Doom: A Romance In Prose is a novel written by Friedrich Maximilian Klinger and first published in 1864. The book is an adaptation of the classic German legend of Faust, a scholar who makes a deal with the devil in exchange for unlimited knowledge and worldly pleasures. Klinger's version of the story follows the life of Faustus, a brilliant but dissatisfied scholar who is willing to risk everything for the chance to gain ultimate power and knowledge. He makes a pact with the devil, Mephistopheles, and embarks on a journey of self-discovery that leads him down a dark and dangerous path. As Faustus becomes more and more consumed by his desire for knowledge and power, he begins to lose touch with his humanity and the people around him. His actions have dire consequences, and he must ultimately face the consequences of his choices. The novel is a gripping exploration of the human condition, exploring themes of ambition, temptation, and the consequences of unchecked desire. Klinger's prose is rich and evocative, capturing the dark and brooding atmosphere of the story. Faustus, His Life, Death, And Doom: A Romance In Prose is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.