The Sorrows of Young Werther
by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Burton Pike
The Sorrows of Young Werther by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Burton Pike holds a well received rating of 3.63 out of 5, based on 37.3K reader ratings. First published in 1774. The book spans 149 pages.
About The Sorrows of Young Werther
This is Goethe's first novel, published in 1774. Written in diary form, it tells the tale of an unhappy, passionate young man hopelessly in love with Charlotte, the wife of a friend - a man who he alternately admires and detests. 'The Sorrows of Young Werther' became an important part of the 'Sturm und Drang movement, and greatly influenced later 'Romanticism'. The work is semi-autobiographical - in 1772, two years before the novel was published, Goethe had passed through a similar tempestuous period, when he lost his heart to Charlotte Buff, who was at that time engaged to his friend Johann Christian Kestner.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Burton Pike |
| Published | 1774 |
| Pages | 149 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction, Romance |
| Average Rating | 3.63 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 37,293 |
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What genre is The Sorrows of Young Werther?
The Sorrows of Young Werther is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is The Sorrows of Young Werther worth reading?
Based on 37.3K reader ratings, The Sorrows of Young Werther has an average score of 3.63 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Sorrows of Young Werther?
The Sorrows of Young Werther has 149 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Sorrows of Young Werther?
The Sorrows of Young Werther was written by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Burton Pike. It was first published in 1774.
What is the ISBN for The Sorrows of Young Werther?
The ISBN-13 for The Sorrows of Young Werther is 9780812969900.0.
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