"Werther" is a novel written by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, first published in 1774. It tells the story of a young artist named Werther who falls deeply in love with Lotte, a woman engaged to another man. The novel explores themes of unrequited love, emotional turmoil, and the struggles of individuality in society. The book is considered a key work of the Sturm und Drang literary movement, which emphasized strong emotions and individualism. "Werther" had a significant impact on European literature and inspired a wave of romanticism, influencing writers and artists in the years that followed.