Wilhelm Hauffs sämtliche Werke in sechs Bänden. Bd. 3

Set against the rolling vineyards and dark forests between the Alb and the Black Forest, this romantic saga revives the turbulent early‑sixteenth‑century history of Württemberg. The narrator paints a vivid landscape where ancient castles loom over the Neckar, and the region’s struggle for identity pulses beneath the surface.

At its heart is the ill‑fated Duke Ulrich, a young ruler thrust into power amid rival nobles, foreign mercenaries, and looming Austrian ambitions. The tale follows his early attempts to steer a fragmented realm, his clashes with bitter enemies, and the personal courage that begins to emerge despite the weight of misguided counselors. Listeners glimpse the human side of a prince caught between destiny and duty.

The prose blends historical detail with poetic lyricism, offering a richly textured listening experience that balances romance and realism, inviting you to travel back to a pivotal moment in German history.