Who Was Kaspar Hauser?

Who Was Kaspar Hauser? An Essay and a Play

The author approaches this theme from two sides; first in an essay that summarizes the social-political significates of Kaspar’s life and death and brings a new interpretation to bear on his mission and sacrifice. The play, unfolding backwards from the murder, weaves into his life the search for identity of five young people of our time.

About the Author

Carlo Pietzner (1915-1986) was born in Vienna. As an art student, he was introduced to anthroposophy and Dr. Karl König, founder of the international Camphill movement for children and adults in need of special care, which led Pietzner to help further the work of Camphill in Northern Ireland and the U.S. His artistic efforts have ranged from stained glass murals and paintings to novels, and drama. He served the Anthroposophical Society in America and was known internationally for his many lectures and his consulting work.