Hammer And Anvil: A Novel (1870)

Hammer And Anvil is a novel written by Friedrich Spielhagen and originally published in 1870. The story takes place in the mid-19th century and follows the lives of two young men, Max and Moritz, as they navigate the social and political upheaval of their time. Max is a wealthy merchant's son who is disillusioned with the corruption and greed of his class, while Moritz is a poor laborer who dreams of social equality and justice. Despite their different backgrounds, the two become friends and allies in their quest for a better society. Along the way, they encounter a cast of characters that includes corrupt politicians, ruthless capitalists, and idealistic revolutionaries. The novel explores themes of class struggle, political reform, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. With its vivid characters and compelling plot, Hammer And Anvil is a classic of German literature and a powerful commentary on the social and political issues of its time.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.