Money and Magic: A Critique of the Modern Economy in the Light of Goethe’s Faust by Hans Christoph Binswanger

Although Faust is widely celebrated as a literary classic, few readers have appreciated its penetrating insights into the enduring social problems of the modern economy. Hans Christoph Binswanger looks at Faust through the lens of economics and enlarges our understanding of this epic by explaining Goethe's preoccupation with financial matters. Money and Magic interprets Faust as a warning about the dangers of pursuing endless wealth. It will be a valuable resource for Germanic and Goethe scholars, social and cultural historians, and economists alike. Product Features Hardcover: 162 Pages Publisher: Quantum Publishing (2016) Language: English ISBN-10: 0853301123 ISBN-13: 978-0853301127 Product Dimensions: 9.0 x 12.0 x 2.0 inches