What made Goethe choose the epistolary format for Werther's story?
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What made Goethe choose the epistolary format for Werther's story?
Did anyone else find Werther's obsession with Charlotte relatable or unsettling?
How much of Werther's character do you think was inspired by Goethe's own experiences?