Publisher's Synopsis
Wilhelm Meister's Travels is a novel written by the German author Johann Wolfgang von Goethe in 1821. The book follows the journey of the titular character, Wilhelm Meister, as he travels across Europe in search of meaning and purpose in his life. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters and experiences numerous adventures, all of which challenge his beliefs and help him grow as a person.The novel is divided into two parts. The first part, Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship, was published in 1795 and focuses on Wilhelm's early life and his experiences as an apprentice in the theater. The second part, Wilhelm Meister's Travels, was published over 25 years later and follows Wilhelm as he leaves the theater and embarks on a journey of self-discovery.In addition to the main narrative, the book also includes a series of stories within stories, including The Recreations of the German Emigrants, which tells the story of a group of Germans who emigrate to America in search of a better life.Wilhelm Meister's Travels is considered to be one of Goethe's most important works and is often cited as an early example of the Bildungsroman genre, which focuses on the moral and intellectual growth of its protagonist. The novel has been translated into numerous languages and has had a significant influence on literature and culture around the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
