Der Hofmeister
1774
Der Hofmeister is a comedic play written by Jakob Michael Reinhold Lenz in 1774, set in Insterburg, Prussia. The narrative explores themes of private education and social status through the interactions of characters such as Herr von Berg, his wife, their daughter Gustchen, and Läuffer, the Hofmeister (tutor). The play humorously addresses the challenges of education, social propriety, and romantic entanglements, establishing a comedic tone that reflects the complexities of 18th-century society.
