Leo Blech Libri

Ferdinand Raimund's Alpenkönig und Menschenfeind is a classic of German-language theater, renowned for its blend of human drama, social commentary, and comic relief. The plot follows the fortunes of Gottfried, a misanthropic hermit who confronts a succession of Alpine characters, ranging from peasants to aristocrats, in his quest to find the legendary Alpenkönig. This edition includes an introduction by Leo Blech on the play's significance and reception, as well as Raimund's original text and notes.