On this day, 193 years ago, March 22, 1832 (February 21, 1832 in the lunar calendar), the German poet Goethe died. The German poet Goethe was born on August 28, 1749 in Frankfurt on Meines. He was mainly engaged in literary creation throughout his life, also studied natural sciences, and participated in political activities. Goethe's first peak of creation was in his youth. His main works include the play "The Knight of the Iron Hand"(1773), the novel "The Troubles of Young Witt"(1774), and the first draft of the free poem "Faust". Later, Goethe became interested in natural science and engaged in government work, which influenced his literary creation. In order to get rid of this situation, he began a travel life. After meeting Schiller, he developed a desire to create again. He has painted with high enthusiasm, depicting Italian scenery, and there are about a thousand paintings. During this period, he completed the poetic drama "Torquado Tasso", the second draft of "Faust","Roman Lamentations","Nalie Fox", etc. Because Goethe was extensive and active in thinking, his writing sometimes picked up, sometimes left, intermittently, and his style also changed accordingly. Works from this period include the novels "Affinity","Color Studies","Poetry and Truth", etc. He has also written some autobiographical works, such as "Travels in Italy" and "Expedition to France". In his later years, he seemed to be rejuvenated, and he wrote "Faust"(1831),"The Wandering Times of William Meister"(1828), etc. On March 22, 1832, Goethe died of illness. Goethe's former residence, Goethe's work "The Troubles of Young Witt", the cover of the Chinese translation of "Faust" Goethe's pen used during his lifetime and his handwriting "Faust" Illustration: Faust and Goethe the Devil in Italy