The Forest Schoolmaster

By Peter Rosegger

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a remote village embraced by the Austrian Alps, a new schoolmaster arrives, only to find that the rugged landscape and mysterious past challenge everything he knows.

Genres

Literature Fiction

Released

2014-10-22

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Summary

"The Forest Schoolmaster" by Peter Rosegger is a novel about a new schoolmaster's journey in a secluded Austrian Alps village. He arrives in a remote community surrounded by nature and quickly encounters the challenges of rural life and teaching the local children. As he settles in, he discovers the mystery surrounding the disappearance of his predecessor, prompting him to learn more from the villagers, who have ambiguous feelings about the previous schoolmaster. The story sets a tone of reflection as the schoolmaster considers his purpose, duty, and community in this rustic environment.