The Story of My Life · Character
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
German poet whose works Helen studied.
minor
Also known as Goethe
First appearance: ix
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe shows up with force in College. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Helen studied his works in her German course.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe first appears in 0012 ix.
In College: Helen studied his works in her German course.
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