Faust
by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Walter Kaufmann
Faust by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Walter Kaufmann holds a well received rating of 3.97 out of 5, based on 15.9K reader ratings. First published in 1832. The book spans 503 pages.
About Faust
Goethe’s Faust reworks the late medieval myth of a brilliant scholar so disillusioned he resolves to make a contract with Mephistopheles. The devil will do all he asks on Earth and seeks to grant him a moment in life so glorious that he will wish it to last forever. But if Faust does bid the moment stay, he falls to Mephisto and must serve him after death. In this first part of Goethe’s great work, the embittered thinker and Mephistopheles enter into their agreement, and soon Faust is living a rejuvenated life and winning the love of the beautiful Gretchen. But in this compelling tragedy of arrogance, unfulfilled desire, and self-delusion, Faust heads inexorably toward an infernal destruction.The best translation of Faust available, this volume provides the original German text and its English counterpart on facing pages. Walter Kaufmann's translation conveys the poetic beauty and rhythm as well as the complex depth of Goethe's language. Includes Part One and selections from Part Two.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Walter Kaufmann |
| Published | 1832 |
| Pages | 503 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction, Poetry, Philosophy, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 3.97 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 15,864 |
Reader Ratings & Analysis
Rating Overview
How It Compares
Frequently Asked Questions
What genre is Faust?
Faust is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Poetry, Philosophy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Faust worth reading?
Based on 15.9K reader ratings, Faust has an average score of 3.97 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Faust?
Faust has 503 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Faust?
Faust was written by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Walter Kaufmann. It was first published in 1832.
What is the ISBN for Faust?
The ISBN-13 for Faust is 9780385031140.0.
Data sourced from community book ratings and reviews. Last updated: April 15, 2026
