Bartholomew Sastrow: Being the Memoirs of a German Burgomaster by Sastrow

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Author Sastrow, Bartholomäus, 1520-1603
Author of introduction, etc. Fisher, H. A. L. (Herbert Albert Laurens), 1865-1940
Translator Vandam, Albert D. (Albert Dresden), 1843-1903
Title Bartholomew Sastrow: Being the Memoirs of a German Burgomaster
Note First published in 1902 with title "Social Germany in Luther's time: being the memoirs of Bartholomew Sastrow."
Note Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive
Summary "Bartholomew Sastrow: Being the Memoirs of a German Burgomaster" by Sastrow is a historical memoir written in the late 19th century. This work offers a detailed first-hand account of life in 16th century Germany, focusing on the experiences and observations of Bartholomew Sastrow, who served as a burgomaster. The memoir covers significant events, personal anecdotes, and details about the political landscape during the Reformation, providing insights into Sastrow's family history, struggles, and the social challenges of the time. The opening of the memoir sets a vivid tone by delving into Sastrow’s family background, recounting the abominable murder of his grandfather, and detailing the turbulent life that followed, including the impact of his father's legal battles and social standing. Sastrow illustrates a life marked by family tragedies, legal disputes, and the sociopolitical upheavals of his era, including their effects on the cities of Greifswald and Stralsund. Through a mix of personal reflection and historical context, Sastrow provides readers with a gripping glimpse into the stark realities and complexities of life during the Reformation, marking a poignant beginning to his extensive narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DD: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Germany
Subject Reformation -- Germany
Subject Germany -- Social life and customs
Subject Germany -- History -- Charles V, 1519-1556
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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