JOHANN WOLFGANG VON GOETHE: ITALIAN JOURNEY

Abstract

This article examines Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's "Italian Journey," one of the most important travelogues in German literature. Goethe traveled through Italy from 1786 to 1788 and described his experiences in this book. "Italian Journey" combines personal experiences with observations of art and studies of nature. The work became a model for generations of German travelers to Italy and had a lasting influence on German culture.