A Word, Only a Word — Volume 05

"A Word, Only a Word — Volume 05" by Georg Ebers is a historical fiction novel set in a time of war, where Ulrich joyfully finds his mother, yet faces challenges due to her past and his own aspirations for leadership. Ulrich, eager to become a leader among soldiers, finds his path complicated by his mother, Flora, who struggles with difficult choices between her son and her companion, a man named Zorrillo, as well a history that weighs upon her. As Ulrich seeks power, his relationship with Flora is strained, leading to conflict and sorrow amidst the battles that threaten their survival, as the story explores love, ambition, and the burdens of past actions during times of historical upheaval.