The novel revolves around the life of Wilhelm Meister, a young nobleman who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and artistic development. He becomes involved with a troupe of traveling actors and learns about the world through his experiences with them. Along the way, he falls in love with Mariane, but their relationship is complicated by her past and his own sense of duty. The novel explores themes of identity, morality, and the nature of art.
By Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe · First published 1803 · Genre: Lyric Poetry, Romanticism, Philosophical