Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of Andreas Hofer: The Sandwirth is a historical novel written by Yam and first published in 1883. The book tells the story of Andreas Hofer, a Tyrolean innkeeper who led a rebellion against French and Bavarian forces in the early 19th century.The novel is set in the years 1805-1809, during the Napoleonic Wars, and follows Hofer's rise to prominence as a leader of the Tyrolean resistance. The story begins with Hofer's peaceful life as an innkeeper in the village of Sand in the Tyrol region of Austria. However, when the French and Bavarian armies invade the Tyrol, Hofer is forced to take up arms to defend his homeland.The book follows Hofer's exploits as he rallies the Tyrolean people to fight against the invaders, and his eventual capture and execution by the French. Along the way, the novel explores themes of patriotism, sacrifice, and the struggle for freedom.The Story of Andreas Hofer: The Sandwirth is a classic of Austrian literature, and is considered one of the best historical novels ever written about the Tyrolean Rebellion. It is a gripping tale of heroism and sacrifice, and a powerful reminder of the importance of standing up for one's beliefs in the face of oppression.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
