'Ahnen - Das Nest der Zaunkönige' Summary

Immo, a young man intended for a life in the Church, escapes the monastic life at the abbey of Hersfeld, thrust into the tumultuous events of Emperor Henry II’s reign in 1003. Drawn into the power struggles of his lineage, the ‘Reguli’ (the ‘Little Kings’), he becomes entangled in the intricate web of family feuds and political intrigue. As Immo navigates the turbulent landscape of medieval Thuringia, he encounters the complexities of religious life, the intricacies of feudal power, and the relentless pursuit of individual ambition within a society rife with conflict. Through his experiences, he learns about the enduring legacy of his ancestors, their strengths, and their flaws, while struggling to carve his own path in the tumultuous world.