Posted in Rosa of Linden Castle by Christoph von Schmid
The book Rosa of Linden Castle is set in the southern borders of Swabia, a country famed for its blooming vales, its mighty mountain ranges, and its lofty glaciers. In days of old stood the Castle of Linden on towering cliffs of a rugged mountain. The Players:
Rosa: The main character of the story; a sweet and pious little girl at the beginning of the stroy, she matures through trials and hardships and following her parents' admonishments as the story is told.
Matilda: Rosa's Christian mother, who is her main teacher for her early years. Her kindness to the poor, piety and intelligence, gained the her esteem and regard of all around her.
Edelbert: Rosa's father, a noble and valiant knight underneath whose iron beat a warm and benevolent heart, who is always away from his family in service to the Duke.
Burkhard, the Collier: A faithful friend and servant to Edelbert and then to Rosa.
Kunerick: The villain of the story; a mortal enemy of Edelbert and Burkhart.
Agnes: Burkhard's, the Collier, pleasant and good-natured daughter.
The Duke of Swabia: The Duke in whose service Edelbert is a knight.
