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Werther; Volume 1
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781143468490
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Feb 3 2010
Pages: 252
Weight: 0.79
Height: 0.53 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: French
Werther, Volume 1, by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, is a cornerstone of German Romanticism, presented here in its original French. This epistolary novel, first published in 1774, profoundly influenced European literature and thought.
The story unfolds through a series of letters written by Werther to his friend Wilhelm, detailing his intense emotions and ultimately tragic infatuation with Lotte, a woman engaged to another man. Goethe masterfully portrays the passionate and melancholic temperament of the young artist, exploring themes of love, nature, and the individual's struggle against societal constraints.
This volume captures the initial stages of Werther's emotional journey, setting the stage for the dramatic events that follow. A compelling exploration of the human heart, 'Werther' remains a powerful and enduring work of literature, resonating with readers across generations.
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