{"product_id":"peter-schlemihl-annotated-edition-with-an-introduction-by-leopold-von-loewensteinwertheim-9781847499233","title":"Peter Schlemihl: Annotated Edition with an introduction by Leopold von Loewenstein-Wertheim","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003ePeter Schlemihl makes a deal with the Devil to gain riches but loses his peace of mind. His story is a cautionary tale for children and adults, with a wide adult appeal. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 128 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 23 August 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Alma Books Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeter Schlemihl, a young and naive individual, made a pact with the Devil in exchange for his shadow, hoping to gain everlasting riches. However, he soon realized that poverty was easier to bear than the loss of his peace of mind. His appearance and differences from other men led to ridicule, persecution, and hatred, making his life miserable. Despite its initial success, Peter Schlemihl's story has stood the test of time and continues to be celebrated as a masterpiece with a wide adult appeal. It serves as a cautionary tale for the children of Chamissos patron, warning them of the dangers of making deals with the Devil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 198 x 129 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781847499233\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelbert von Chamisso","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":46604298879226,"sku":"9781847499233","price":5.84,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/files\/1724436071354_book.jpg?v=1724576805","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/peter-schlemihl-annotated-edition-with-an-introduction-by-leopold-von-loewensteinwertheim-9781847499233","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}