Glanz der Ferne

Berlin in the years 1897–1900: the dramatic finale of the great historical saga about a Berlin manufacturing family by bestselling author Iny Lorentz. The families of Hartung and von Gentzsch are facing turbulent times in late 19th-century Berlin. Meanwhile, Theo von Hartung has taken over the management of the textile factory from his father, but orders are increasingly being canceled or prices are being driven down under flimsy pretexts. At the same time, Vicky von Gentzsch, the niece of Theo and Rieke, meets a charming lady who introduces her to the glamorous circles of the high-born Berlin society. Here, Vicky seems to be on the brink of a life that is far more interesting and free than her stiff home with her strict father Gustav. However, appearances can be deceiving: Vicky's new friend has no intention of helping the girl achieve a better life. Iny Lorentz's historical novels offer thrilling entertainment at the highest level. With her Berlin trilogy about the Hartung manufacturing family, the Spiegel bestselling author brings the 19th century in Germany to life and skillfully intertwines political turmoil with personal destinies. The historical family saga consists of the novels "Days of the Storm" (1846–1849), "Light in the Clouds" (1864–1870), and "Shine of the Distance" (1897–1900).