Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship
Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1795
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Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1795206
Novel • Fiction
Germany • 18th century
1795
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe follows Wilhelm, a young man from a wealthy bourgeois family, who abandons his business career to pursue acting and playwriting. He joins an amateur theatre troupe, looks after a young girl named Mignon, and becomes involved with the Tower Society, exploring the thematic interplay of personal growth and societal roles.
Contemplative
Inspirational
Romantic
Melancholic
Emotional
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Review Roundup
Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe has garnered mixed reviews. Praised for its profound exploration of personal growth and enlightenment, some critics commend its rich character development and philosophical insights. However, others find it lengthy and occasionally meandering, challenging contemporary readers' engagement. Overall, it's a seminal work in Bildungsroman literature.
Who Should Read Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship?
Readers who enjoy Wilhelm Meister’s Apprenticeship by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe likely appreciate classical literature and Bildungsroman novels. Fans of Goethe's vibrant prose and those who enjoyed works like David Copperfield by Charles Dickens or The Magic Mountain by Thomas Mann will find similar themes of personal development and social exploration.
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Novel • Fiction
Germany • 18th century
1795
Adult
18+ years
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