Die Leute aus dem Walde: Ihre Sterne, Wege und Schicksale

Set in the early 19th century, the story follows Robert Wolf, a 16-year-old boy who must leave his foster father after the pastor's death and return to his neglectful biological father, a poor forest keeper. After his father's demise, Robert escapes to a city where he vandalizes the belongings of Eva Dornbluth, leading to his arrest. Friedrich Fiebiger, a police clerk, sees potential in Robert and advocates for his release. The narrative explores themes of redemption and societal challenges through Robert's tumultuous journey.