Peter Meilaender

In a thought-provoking discussion, Peter Meilaender, Dean of Religion, Humanities, and Global Studies at Houghton University, dives into Goethe's 'The Sorrows of Young Werther.' He explores Werther's turbulent emotions and the significance of the epistolary format in conveying intimacy. The conversation touches on Werther's fateful meeting with Lotte, their deep connection, and the complications of love amid societal expectations. Meilaender also draws parallels between Werther’s struggles and contemporary quests for authenticity in today’s digital landscape.