Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (28 August 1749 – 22 March 1832) was a German polymath, who is widely regarded as the greatest and most influential writer in the German language. His work has had a wide-ranging influence on Western literary, political, and philosophical thought from the late 18th century to...
Everything in the world may be endured except continued prosperity.
Love and desire are the spirit's wings to great deeds.
To witness two lovers is a spectacle for the gods.