Rodolphus: A Franconia Story (1852)

by Jacob Abbott

Book Overview

Rodolphus: A Franconia Story is a novel written by Jacob Abbott and published in 1852. The story is set in the region of Franconia in Germany during the 17th century. The main character, Rodolphus, is a young man who is orphaned at a young age and is taken in by his uncle, a wealthy merchant. Rodolphus is a bright and ambitious young man who dreams of making a name for himself in the world. He is determined to become a successful merchant like his uncle and sets out to learn all he can about the trade. Along the way, he meets a number of interesting characters, including a wise old bookseller and a beautiful young woman who captures his heart.As Rodolphus learns more about the world of commerce, he also becomes involved in the political and social issues of the time. He witnesses the oppression of the lower classes and becomes a champion for their rights. His activism leads him to participate in a rebellion against the ruling class, which ultimately has tragic consequences.Throughout the novel, Abbott weaves a tale of love, ambition, and political upheaval. He provides a detailed look at life in Franconia during the 17th century, including the customs, traditions, and beliefs of the people. The novel is a fascinating exploration of a bygone era and a compelling story of one man's quest for success and justice.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120694701
• ISBN13: 9781120694706
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"