Meister Karl's Sketch-Book

By Charles Godfrey Leland

Book Overview

Meister Karl�������s Sketch-Book is a collection of short stories and sketches written by American author Charles G. Leland. The book is set in Germany and follows the adventures of Meister Karl, a jovial and philosophical shoemaker who is beloved by the people of his town. Each chapter focuses on a different character or event in Meister Karl�������s life, from his encounters with ghosts and witches to his musings on the nature of love and friendship. Along the way, readers are treated to Leland�������s vivid descriptions of German culture, folklore, and traditions. Originally published in 1874, Meister Karl�������s Sketch-Book is a charming and entertaining read that offers a glimpse into a bygone era.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: 1163718629
• ISBN13: 9781163718629
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 338 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"