"Miss Lonelyhearts" is a novella written by Nathaniel West in 1933. It follows the story of a newspaper columnist who responds to letters from desperate readers seeking love and advice. The protagonist, known as Miss Lonelyhearts, struggles with his own disillusionment and emotional turmoil while trying to help others. As he becomes increasingly overwhelmed by the pain and suffering expressed in the letters, Miss Lonelyhearts grapples with his identity and the meaning of compassion. The novella explores themes of alienation, the search for connection, and the impact of modern society on individual lives.