Mother Of Goethe, Frau Aja (1911)

The Mother of Goethe, Frau Aja is a biography written by Margaret Reeks and published in 1911. The book tells the story of Goethe's mother, Catharina Elisabeth Goethe, also known as Frau Aja. The biography explores her life, from her childhood and early years to her marriage to Johann Caspar Goethe and the birth of their son, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. The book delves into Frau Aja's character, her relationships with her family and friends, and her role in shaping her son's life and career. It also discusses the cultural and social context of Germany in the 18th century, including the Enlightenment, the rise of the bourgeoisie, and the changing role of women in society.Throughout the biography, Reeks draws on historical documents, letters, and other sources to paint a vivid portrait of Frau Aja and her world. The Mother of Goethe, Frau Aja is a fascinating and insightful look at the life of one of the most important figures in German literature, as well as the social and cultural milieu that shaped her.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.