In your opinion, why did Kierkegaard write The Seducer's Diary?

Which aspects of Johannes represent Kierkegaard? Which do not?

What is Johannes's philosophy of romantic love?

What is Johannes's philosophy of women? Is he a sexist? Why or why not?

How successfully does Johannes balance his desire to make Cordelia love him and his desire that she love him freely?

How is love tied to freedom in Johannes's view?

Why does Johannes break off the engagement initially? Why does he keep it broken off? Why are the answers to these two questions different?