What is Sturm und Drang? How did it originate? How does it differ from Enlightenment and Sensibility? What effects did it have on later epochs? Cult of genius, concept of nature, individual versus family, state, and society – these are central concepts of the literary period "Sturm und Drang." One of the most commonly chosen exam topics is presented clearly, concisely, and understandably in this volume. The book provides an overview of the relevant authors, works, themes, and aesthetic programs, addressing poetry, drama, and prose.