Steppenwolf · Character
Goethe
The poet appears in a dream-like encounter, debating immortality with Harry Haller.
minor
Also known as old Goethe, Herr von Goethe
First appearance: Harry Haller's Records
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With Harry Haller (psychological): Goethe appears in Harry's dream-like visions to challenge his romanticized view of art and mortality. With Mozart (social): Goethe and Mozart are depicted as immortal artists in the…
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Relationship types
- Psychological
- Social
- Other
Character groups
- Guides to Self-Discovery
- Protagonist
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- Harry Haller
psychological · ambivalent
- Mozart
social · positive
- Maria
social · positive
- Herman
psychological · ambivalent
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