EVENT: "Time of Blood and Tears"

The Peasant War saga continues!

The second volume follows the maid Madien's journey through the tumultuous events of the 1525 Peasant War. The narrative focuses on the dramatic siege and storming of Marienberg fortress, as well as the fate of the nobleman and peasant leader Florian Geyer. Explore the city's key historical sites on a guided walking tour with experienced guide Andrea Salmen, then have your book signed at the Hugendubel bookstore in Würzburg.

About the book:
Spring 1525. Lower Franconia is consumed by the Peasant War. A vast army of rebels marches on Würzburg: the fortress of Marienberg, the princes' last stronghold, is to fall. Amid the chaos, the escaped serf Madlen returns to the city on the Main. After traumatic experiences in Florian Geyer's "Black Company," she longs for peace and security. Yet the sea of blood and tears once prophesied to her threatens to engulf Madlen and those she loves.

About the author:
Silvia Heid, born and raised in Nuremberg, lives with her family on the edge of Franconia's Switzerland. She worked in the tourism industry for many years and has been interested in the history of her homeland since youth. Her passion for storytelling and making this history accessible inspired her to write. "Time of Blood and Tears - Würzburg 1525" is her second novel.