Goethe's Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship, Books 1-6

Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship is one of the most important novels in German literature, and this edition provides the complete text of the first six books, along with notes and commentary by Thomas Carlyle. The book follows the life of Wilhelm Meister, a young man who seeks to find his place in the world through a series of apprenticeships in various trades and professions. Along the way, he encounters a wide range of characters and experiences, and grapples with questions of identity, meaning, and purpose. This edition is an essential resource for anyone interested in German literature and culture.

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