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This collection contains the works of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, translated by Thomas Carlyle, including ’Wilhelm Meister’s Apprenticeship’ and ’Wilhelm Meister’s Travels’. These novels, cornerstones of German literature, trace the protagonist Wilhelm Meister’s journey of self-discovery and artistic development.Wilhelm Meister’s Apprenticeship is a bildungsroman, depicting Wilhelm’s search for meaning and purpose as he becomes involved with a theatrical troupe. Wilhelm Meister’s Travels continues his story, exploring themes of society, education, and the individual’s role in the world. Carlyle’s translation brings Goethe’s profound insights and literary artistry to English-speaking audiences, preserving the timeless appeal of these influential works.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.