Der Zauberlehrling

Erich Kästner's most astonishing book contains two unfinished novels and two letters about people who unexpectedly cross paths in life.

Art historian Professor Mintzlaff travels to Switzerland to give a lecture. In a tea room, a certain Baron Lamotte sits down at his table and claims to be able to read minds. Irritated, Mintzlaff tries to shake off the strange man. However, Lamotte does not let go and accompanies the professor to the snow-glittering Davos, where they encounter not only Mintzlaff's eternal love but also his doppelgänger. Mintzlaff's world is turned upside down. As Lamotte increasingly displays truly Olympic powers, Mintzlaff makes a startling discovery.

Includes: The Sorcerer's Apprentice, The Doppelgängers, Letters to Myself.