Why Frau Frohmann Raised Her Prices, and Other Stories

** "Why Frau Frohmann Raised Her Prices, and Other Stories" by Anthony Trollope is a compilation of stories from the late 1800s. The initial story introduces Frau Frohmann, a determined widow running the scenic Peacock hotel in the Brunnenthal valley of Tyrol, who deals with challenges in keeping up her hotel in a changing economy. The story looks at her problems with business choices, influence from family, and trouble with loyal visitors, bringing up themes of old ways versus new ways. The book opens with the central issue of the Frau refusing to raise prices despite costs and changing social standards. We discover she is a tough but kind head of the family who takes pride in caring for visitors and the town, while also dealing with pressure to fit in with modern business ideas. The story begins with her dislike for change, showing her traditional values and love for the valley and the people she helps. As she talks with her family, a young lawyer, and local people, the difficulty in balancing personal values with the need to run a successful business is well shown, hinting at deeper issues as the story continues **