The Faust-Legend and Goethe's 'Faust'

By H. B. (Henry Bernard) Cotterill

The legend of Faust is a tale of a man who sells his soul to the devil for knowledge and power. In Goethe's 'Faust', the titular character embarks on a journey of self-discovery, making a pact with the demon Mephistopheles. As Faust indulges in earthly pleasures and pursues his desires, he grapples with the consequences of his decisions, ultimately finding redemption through love and personal growth.