Faustus from Dr. Faustus and Paul Baumer from All Quiet on the Western Front both embark on personal journeys that contain similar characteristics as well as striking differences. These personal journeys consist of a change of the state of mind of the character. Faustus is the protagonist and tragic hero of Dr. Faustus. His personal journey is driven by his newfound powers. Paul Baumer is the narrator and protagonist of All Quiet on the Western Front. The novel is set in WWI, and Baumer’s participation as a soldier in the war influences his personal journey. Faustus’ personal journey was driven by his greed, causing him to separate from God throughout the play. Faustus, tired of the other arts, decides to pursue dark magic, and he signed
