Wolfango Goethe in Catania, May 1787

Journal title ARCHIVIO STORICO PER LA SICILIA ORIENTALE
Author/s Vincenzo Casagrandi, Rosalba Galvagno
Publishing Year 2026 Issue 2024/1-2
Language Italian Pages 35 P. 333-367 File size 1999 KB
DOI 10.3280/ASSO2024-001010
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This article focuses on Goethe’s journey to Sicily, and in particular to Catania, in May 1787, providing a detailed account of his itinerary through the city and the villages around Mount Etna, culminating in his adventurous excursion up the volcano. By setting out in detail the dates, locations and reasons behind the great German writer’s stay, the author offers a valuable insight into the history and cultural significance of the Grand Tour.

Keywords: Goethe, journey to Sicily, Grand Tour

Vincenzo Casagrandi, Rosalba Galvagno, Wolfango Goethe a Catania nel maggio del 1787 in "ARCHIVIO STORICO PER LA SICILIA ORIENTALE" 1-2/2024, pp 333-367, DOI: 10.3280/ASSO2024-001010