Publisher's Synopsis
""The Trumpeter of Sakkingen: A Song from the Upper Rhine"" is a novel by Joseph V. von Scheffel. Set in the 17th century, the story follows the life of a young trumpeter named Werner who falls in love with a beautiful countess named Margareta. Despite their social differences, the two embark on a passionate romance that is threatened by the countess's father and the societal norms of their time. Along the way, Werner faces challenges and adventures as he travels through the Upper Rhine region of Germany, showcasing the landscape and culture of the area. The novel is known for its lyrical descriptions of nature and its portrayal of a doomed love affair. It was a popular success when it was first published in 1854 and has since been translated into numerous languages.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.
