Old Heidelberg (1904)

""Old Heidelberg"" is a novel written by Wilhelm Meyer-Forster and first published in 1904. The story is set in Heidelberg, Germany, and follows the life of a young German prince named Karl Heinrich who falls in love with a beautiful barmaid named Kathi. Despite their different social classes, the two begin a secret romance that is eventually discovered by the prince's father, the Grand Duke. The novel explores themes of love, class differences, and the conflict between duty and personal desire. It also provides a glimpse into the life and culture of Heidelberg during the late 19th century, including its famous university and student culture. ""Old Heidelberg"" has been adapted into several films, including a 1923 silent film starring Norma Shearer and a 1959 musical film starring Leslie Caron and Mel Ferrer. The book remains a classic in German literature and is considered a must-read for anyone interested in the country's cultural 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.