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Wilhelm Meister's apprenticeship and travels, vol. 1 (of 2) is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von (1749–1832). The listed translation credits are Carlyle, Thomas (1795–1881).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship and Travels, Vol. I (of 2)" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a novel published in 1795-96. This coming-of-age story follows Wilhelm Meister as he seeks to escape the confines of bourgeois life through his passion for theater. After a devastating romantic betrayal, he embarks on a journey of self-realization that leads him through theatrical troupes, mysterious encounters, and ultimately toward the enigmatic Tower Society. His path intertwines with colorful characters including the androgynous child Mignon and various actors who shape his transformation.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Wilhelm Meister's apprenticeship and travels, vol. 1 (of 2)
- Author credits: Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von (1749–1832)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Carlyle, Thomas (1795–1881)
Catalogue subjects
- Bildungsromans
- German fiction -- Translations into English
- Self-realization -- Fiction
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- Category: German Literature
- Category: Novels
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