The Deutsche Trib ne is one of the most important newspapers of the German and European 'Vorm rz' period (1815--1848). It opens access to the most important disputes, to opposition networks and fundamental developments of that period. At the same time, it highlights not only the German situation, but also the development of the European states. On account of the numerous possibilities, offered by the analysis of the Deutsche Trib ne, the paper is very valuable for all who deal with the history of the 19th century. This edition offers the first comprehensive recomposition of the newspaper. The extensive index volume containing a scientific introduction, commentary, glossary, index and documents is an indispensable foundation for its academic usage.