The Burgomaster's Family

The Burgomaster's Family: Or Weal and Woe in a Little World is a novel written by Christine Muller and first published in 1873. The story is set in a small town in Germany and follows the lives of the local burgomaster (mayor) and his family. The novel explores the themes of family, love, duty, and societal expectations.The burgomaster, Heinrich Hoffmann, is a respected member of the community and a devoted family man. His wife, Anna, is a loving and supportive partner, and they have three children: Fritz, Marie, and Lina. The novel follows the ups and downs of their lives, including the challenges they face as a family and the conflicts that arise from their individual desires and ambitions.Fritz, the eldest son, dreams of becoming an artist, but his father wants him to follow in his footsteps and become a lawyer. Marie, the middle child, falls in love with a young man from a lower social class, causing tension between her and her parents. Lina, the youngest, struggles to find her place in the family and the world.As the family navigates these challenges, they also face external threats to their happiness and well-being. The town is rocked by scandal and political unrest, and the family must navigate these events while staying true to their values and each other.Overall, The Burgomaster's Family is a richly detailed and emotionally engaging novel that explores the complexities of family life and the challenges of living in a small town. It offers a vivid portrait of a bygone era and a timeless exploration of the human experience.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.