Adalbert and Bastel or Every Man in His Place: A Story for Boys (1871)

Adalbert and Bastel or Every Man in His Place: A Story for Boys is a novel written by Franz Hoffmann and first published in 1871. The book follows the adventures of two young boys, Adalbert and Bastel, as they navigate the challenges of growing up and finding their place in the world. Set in rural Germany, the story explores themes of friendship, loyalty, hard work, and perseverance.Adalbert is the son of a wealthy landowner, while Bastel comes from a poor family of farmers. Despite their different backgrounds, the two boys become fast friends and learn to appreciate each other's strengths and weaknesses. Adalbert is book-smart and enjoys reading and learning, while Bastel is more practical and skilled in manual labor.As the boys grow older, they encounter various obstacles and challenges that test their friendship and their individual abilities. Adalbert faces pressure from his father to take over the family estate, while Bastel struggles to provide for his family and make a name for himself in the community. Along the way, they learn important life lessons about hard work, determination, and the importance of staying true to oneself.Overall, Adalbert and Bastel or Every Man in His Place: A Story for Boys is a heartwarming tale of friendship and self-discovery that will appeal to readers of all ages.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.