Die Leiden des jungen Werther — Band 1

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Die Leiden des jungen Werther — Band 1

by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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A young man writes feverishly to a trusted confidant, sharing the bright, almost intoxicating world he finds in the countryside. He describes the blooming trees, fragrant meadows, and the gentle rhythm of a nearby stream as if they were a balm for his restless heart. The letters pulse with his yearning for a simple, tranquil life, yet they also reveal a mind that over‑analyzes every feeling and memory. His voice is both tender and restless, capturing the exhilaration of new love and the ache of longing.

In the quiet of his new surroundings, he becomes captivated by a woman whose presence fills his thoughts. He wrestles with the intensity of his emotions, wondering whether his own imagination inflates the pain he feels. As he balances the allure of nature with the turbulence of his heart, his letters offer a vivid portrait of youthful passion, self‑reflection, and the delicate dance between hope and melancholy.

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Language

de

Duration

~1 hours (108K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2000-11-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

1749–1832

One of the towering figures of German literature, he wrote with unusual range and curiosity, moving from love stories and lyric poetry to drama, criticism, and science. His work has shaped readers and writers for generations, especially through The Sorrows of Young Werther and Faust.

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