# Das Käthchen von Heilbronn: Oder, die Feuerprobe

By Heinrich von Kleist.

"Das Käthchen von Heilbronn: Oder, die Feuerprobe" by Heinrich von Kleist is a historical knight drama written in 1807–1808. When a blacksmith's daughter mysteriously follows a count after he visits her father's forge, she faces accusations of enchantment before a court. The count believes a noblewoman is his destined bride, revealed through prophetic dreams. Yet the devoted Käthchen endures a trial by fire that exposes hidden truths about deception, identity, and imperial secrets. This tale of devotion and destiny captivated nineteenth-century audiences despite its controversial themes. (Summary by Project Gutenberg, written by machine.)

- Language: German
- Subjects: Germany -- Drama; Knights and knighthood -- Drama

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