Behind The Counter

Behind The Counter: Handel Und Wandel (1868) is a German novel written by Friedrich Wilhelm Hacklander. The title of the book translates to ""Trade and Change"" in English. The novel is set in the mid-19th century and follows the life of a young man named Heinrich Brauer, who starts his career as a shop assistant in a small town in Germany.As Heinrich navigates the challenges of working in retail, he becomes increasingly disillusioned with the commercial world and begins to question the values of the society he lives in. He witnesses the exploitation of workers, the corruption of businessmen, and the impact of industrialization on the environment.Through Heinrich's experiences, the novel explores themes of capitalism, morality, and social justice. It also provides a vivid portrayal of life in Germany during the 19th century, including the cultural and political climate of the time.Behind The Counter: Handel Und Wandel is considered a classic of German literature and is often studied in schools and universities. It is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers insights into the complexities of modern society and the human condition.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.