Faust I (Scene 1), by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

<p>The Faust legend, which can be traced to puppet shows of earlier days, portrays a philosopher who, through Satan's aid and in return for the price of his soul, works magic at will. From this rude framework Goethe has reared a drama of sublime grandeur. (Volume 19, Harvard Classics)</p> <p>Goethe died March 22, 1832.</p> <p> </p>