Heinrich von Kleist: The Broken Jug

The day begins with a rude awakening for village judge Adam. An injured leg and a bruised head are the consequences of a turbulent night... This high-profile classic offers entertainment at the highest level. An amusing pleasure, carried by first-class literary significance! The day begins with a rude awakening for village judge Adam. An injured leg and a bruised head are the consequences of a turbulent night. He had tried to sneak into Evchen Rull's bedroom at night and was caught by both her fiancé and her mother. Although he manages to escape unnoticed into the darkness, he breaks a jug that is dear and valuable to Mrs. Marthe Rull while jumping out of the window. She now reports this breach of the peace, and the judge is forced to investigate against himself. His dilemma is further complicated by the arrival of an auditor who is checking the work of the village judges for correctness.