The Sorrows of Young Werther

The letters reveal the emotional turmoil of a young artist deeply in love with Charlotte, who is engaged to another. Set in the picturesque village of Wahlheim, the correspondence to his friend Wilhelm captures Werther's intense feelings and fascination with the local peasantry, reflecting his passionate and sensitive nature. The narrative explores themes of unrequited love and the struggles of a romantic soul caught in societal constraints.