Faust: A Lyric Drama in Five Acts: Play Guide and Free Edition

Faust: A Lyric Drama in Five Acts is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Gounod, Charles (1818–1893); Barbier, Jules (1825–1901); Carré, Michel (1819–1872).

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"Faust: A Lyric Drama in Five Acts" by Gounod, Barbier, and Carré is a grand opera composed in 1859. An aging scholar, despairing over a life wasted on fruitless studies, strikes a fateful bargain with the demonic Méphistophélès. Transformed into a handsome young man, Faust pursues the virtuous Marguerite, setting in motion a tragic tale of temptation, love, and damnation. Based on Goethe's legendary story, this five-act opera became one of the most frequently performed works in operatic history.

Book and edition facts

• Title: Faust: A Lyric Drama in Five Acts
• Author credits: Gounod, Charles (1818–1893); Barbier, Jules (1825–1901); Carré, Michel (1819–1872)
• Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

• Faust, -approximately 1540 -- Drama
• Operas -- Librettos

Gutenberg collections

• Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
• Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
• FR Musique
• Opera

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