Which among these German Romantic poets is the author of “The Sorrows of Young Werther,” a novel that had a profound impact on European Romanticism?
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
"The Sorrows of Young Werther" by Goethe captivated Europe with its exploration of unrequited love and despair, central themes of Romanticism. This epistolary novel introduced a new type of emotionally sensitive hero, inspiring a wave of "Werther-Fieber" (Werther Fever) among the youth of the time. Goethe, though universalist in his literary approach, is often cited as a key figure of Romanticism for his ability to express the depth of the human condition. His influence on the Romantic movement and beyond underscores the role of literature in exploring passions and inner turmoil.
