Kaiser Karl und seine Paladine: Mittelalter-Roman
- 220 pages
- 8 hours of reading
The story revolves around King Pippin, a courageous ruler of the Franks, who, at a young age, bravely confronted a lion that had terrorized his father's castle. Now crowned, he faces a new challenge during a court gathering in Bavaria when he receives a proposal for marriage from the King of Kärlingen, offering his daughter Bertha. Despite her beauty and virtues, Bertha has a notable flaw—her mismatched feet, a result of her diligent craftsmanship. This historical narrative highlights themes of bravery, duty, and the complexities of royal alliances.
