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This is a beautiful Heritage Press edition of Faust by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, featuring the classic modern English translation by Alice Raphael and eighteen lithographs by Eugene Delacroix.
Published by The Heritage Press, New York, this fine press book includes its original slipcase.
The story follows Dr. Faust, a brilliant but disillusioned scholar who feels that earthly knowledge and achievements are empty. In despair, he makes a pact with Mephistopheles (the Devil): Faust will gain unlimited knowledge, worldly pleasures, and experiences — and in return, if he ever becomes fully satisfied and stops striving, his soul belongs to the devil.
Key Themes: The pursuit of knowledge & meaning Human desire and ambition. Temptation and moral struggle. Redemption and damnation. The duality of human nature (good vs. evil).
Why It’s Important: Goethe’s Faust is considered one of the greatest works of Western literature — a philosophical exploration of what it means to be human, to strive, to fail, and to seek transcendence. It\'s both a moral drama and deep psychological study, blending: Medieval legend Philosophy, Theology, Romantic poetry and Folklore.
The work ultimately asks: What is the price of the human soul, and is striving — even flawed striving — noble?
ConditionBook: Excellent overall condition.
Bound in the publisher’s navy cloth with gilt title to spine and gilt decorative title medallion to front board.
Boards are clean with sharp edges and corners.
Binding is secure and tight.
Text block is clean, bright, and crisp.
Includes full-page black-and-white lithographic illustrations by Eugene Delacroix.Note: .Slipcase: Very good condition.
Structurally sound with light shelf wear.
Collector Notes: This is one of the most sought-after Heritage Press titles due to: Delacroix’s dramatic lithographs
Early Heritage Press publication lineage (Limited Editions Club lineage)Goethe’s enduring literary significance and the collectible Raphael translation. Classic, German Tragic Drama. A strong addition to any fine press, Heritage Press, Limited Editions Club, Romantic literature, or German literature collection.
Why Collect Heritage Press?Collectors value Heritage Press editions for:• Classic literature in finely produced format
• Handsome bindings and gilt details
• Slipcase protection & display appeal
• Renowned illustrators and designers
• Archival printing and paper quality
• Timeless additions to library or study decor. Whether building a literary collection or seeking a beautiful gift-worthy edition, Heritage Press volumes perfectly blend craftsmanship and literary history.
