Scientific Studies (Goethe: The Collected Works, Vol. 12) [Paperback]

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (Author), Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (Author), Douglas Miller (Editor)

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Series: Princeton Paperbacks | Publication Date: October 30, 1995

Goethe's scientific work is less familiar to the reading public then his poetry, yet his understanding of natural phenomena displays the same sensitivity and brilliance as his depictions of human relationships. Based upon Goethe's research in anatomy, botany, physics, chemistry, zoology, meteorology and geology, these 40 selections call upon scientists to develop their perceptions both inwardly and outwardly in pursuing the continuum of nature through an interconnected and living world.

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Text: English (translation)
Original Language: German

Product Details

• Paperback: 370 pages
• Publisher: Princeton University Press (October 30, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0691043477
• ISBN-13: 978-0691043470
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
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6 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A good reference guide and introduction, August 8, 2000

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This review is from: Scientific Studies (Goethe: The Collected Works, Vol. 12) (Paperback)

The book by Miller comprises a collection of Goethe's scientific writings over his entire life selecting the major works and leaving more detailed renderings to other texts such as Berta Mueller's "Goethe's Botanical Writings", or Amrine's "Goethe in the History of Science". The book ranges over physics, botanical investigations, animal structure, human intermaxiallary bone, meteorology, geology and also some essays on the process of scientific investigation itself.

Goethe's writings are subtle, especially his essays and I feel that the translation may have been better from the original German which I mean to obtain (being able to read German has its advantages). Of course this judgement could well be premature since I have not read the original as yet. This does not take away from the book which is a good reference text for a broad outline.

Well worth getting when looking at Goethe's works and approach to science.