Chronicles of the Schonberg-Cotta Family

"Chronicles of the Schönberg-Cotta Family" by Elizabeth Rundle Charles is a historical fiction that follows the Schönberg-Cotta family through the dramatic period of the Reformation. Told primarily through young Elsè's perspective, the narrative explores the familial connections, notably her bond with her brother Friedrich, set against significant religious changes. As Elsè documents her life, the narrative weaves in portrayals of financial stresses within the family, the grandmother's influence, and the complexities of religious understanding, further complicated by new tensions from the arrival of an orphaned cousin. The story merges personal and historical events, illustrating the family's journey as they seek to maintain their home and the challenges of embracing new change.