Kolberg (1894)

Kolberg is a historical novel written by Paul Heyse and published in 1894. The story is set during the Napoleonic Wars and follows the people of the town of Kolberg, which is under siege by the French army. The novel depicts the struggles and sacrifices made by the citizens of Kolberg to defend their town against the invading forces. The main characters include the town's mayor, a young woman who becomes a symbol of resistance, and a group of soldiers who fight to protect their home. The novel explores themes of patriotism, bravery, and sacrifice in the face of adversity. Heyse's writing style is descriptive and vivid, bringing the reader into the heart of the battle and the emotions of the characters. Kolberg is a classic work of historical fiction that provides a compelling portrayal of a key moment in European history.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.