Theobald or The Fanatic: A True History is a novel written by Heinrich Stilling and published in 1846. The book tells the story of Theobald, a young man who becomes a religious fanatic after experiencing a traumatic event in his childhood. Theobald's obsession with religion leads him to reject his family and friends, and he becomes increasingly isolated from society.The novel is set in Germany during the 18th century, a time when religious fervor...