Schinderhannes - Ritchie Leitch

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The Robber Of The Rhine (1833)

Schinderhannes: The Robber of the Rhine is a historical novel written by Ritchie Leitch and first published in 1833. It tells the story of Johannes B��ckler, a notorious German bandit who operated in the Rhineland during the late 18th century. Known as Schinderhannes, he led a gang of robbers who terrorized the region, committing daring heists and evading the authorities for years. The novel follows Schinderhannes from his early days as a petty thief to his rise as a feared outlaw, and his eventual downfall at the hands of the law. Along the way, the reader is introduced to a cast of colorful characters, including Schinderhannes' loyal followers, his love interests, and his enemies in both the criminal underworld and the government. Leitch's writing style is lively and engaging, capturing the excitement and danger of Schinderhannes' exploits while also exploring the social and political context of his era. The novel is rich in historical detail, offering insight into the lives of ordinary people in 18th-century Germany and the challenges they faced in a time of upheaval and change. Schinderhannes: The Robber of the Rhine is a classic of German literature, and has been adapted into numerous films, plays, and other works of art. It remains a fascinating and entertaining read for anyone interested in history, crime, or adventure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

EAN: 9781437109054

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Kod produktu

145GRX03527KS

Rok wydania

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Miekka

Format

15.2x22.9cm