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Leiden De Jungen Werther
Paperback
Classic FictionHistorical FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781147289237
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Mar 15 2010
Pages: 320
Weight: 0.99
Height: 0.67 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: German
Die Leiden des jungen Werther (The Sorrows of Young Werther), published in 1774, is a seminal work of German literature by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Presented as a collection of letters written by Werther to his friend Wilhelm, the novel recounts Werther's passionate and ultimately tragic infatuation with Lotte, a woman engaged to another man.
Set against the backdrop of the late 18th century, the novel explores themes of unrequited love, social constraints, and the overwhelming power of emotion. Goethe's masterful prose captures the intensity of Werther's feelings, making the novel a cornerstone of the Sturm und Drang movement and a powerful exploration of the human condition. Die Leiden des jungen Werther remains a timeless classic, resonating with readers through its profound psychological insights and its exploration of the complexities of love and desire.
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