--- product_id: 244355760 title: "The First Mrs. Rothschild: A Novel" brand: "sara aharoniyardenne greenspan" price: "€ 29.19" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/244355760-the-first-mrs-rothschild-a-novel store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # The First Mrs. Rothschild: A Novel **Brand:** sara aharoniyardenne greenspan **Price:** € 29.19 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The First Mrs. Rothschild: A Novel by sara aharoniyardenne greenspan - **How much does it cost?** € 29.19 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/244355760-the-first-mrs-rothschild-a-novel) ## Best For - sara aharoniyardenne greenspan enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sara aharoniyardenne greenspan brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The First Mrs. Rothschild: A Novel ## Images ![The First Mrs. Rothschild: A Novel - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41b8CwM2BNL.jpg) ![The First Mrs. Rothschild: A Novel - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Wo2znji4L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Long read but good *by E***B on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 21, 2023* I really felt connected with Gutle by the end of the book. It was difficult to maintain focus at times because of the number of characters and descriptions. I fell in love with Gutle as a teen and felt her pain when she lost the love of her life. This book probably isn’t for everybody but I’m glad that I got to experience it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well documented delight, Meir and wife Gutle Rochchild's story 1770 *by C***A on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 12, 2021* This book is not for everyone, the format of reading a woman's diary of her life can be too tedious, but that slow pace is attractive to me. The back and forth of learning Meir's life and business brilliance and Gutle's determined attitude to protect and help all who touch her is a delight. I read it the first time for the story of her marriage of Gutle to Meir and their life together in the Frankfort Germany Ghetto in 1770-1843 was a lovely love story. I will read it again to understand the brilliance of the banking and bold risks that Meir initiated along with his 5 sons. The author teaches her story well. The growth of the people in the story is engrossing, and I appreciate so much more of the changes that Meir and family brought to the life of Jews. Years ago I was in a hospital waiting room when I observed 2 bodyguards at the edges of the room. I was with my mother in law who had a seat, I was eventually able to sit near my mother in law. She instantly introduced me to "Mrs Rothchild" that was also waiting her turn. We 3 chatted like old friends, with no interferance from the body guards. I never knew which Mrs. Rothchild I had just met, but I knew she had traveled from Europe for treatment at the clinic. This was in the 1990's, and I saw so much of Gutle and her life's attitude in this lady, that makes this novel so real in so many ways. It is a powerful story of a small beginning to a compassionate successful end, honoring so many of those who came before us. Sara Aharoni has done a beautiful job, I will be looking for any other of her books that might be translated into English. 5 stars ### ⭐⭐⭐ Interesting Historical Background Slow Narrative *by A***S on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 18, 2021* The First Mrs. Rothschild brings a story of Gutle who married Meir Amschel Rothschild – a German-Jewish banker and the founder of the Rothschild banking dynasty.Frankfurt, 1770. Gutle, daughter of a Jewish moneylender from Judengasse, is engaged to Meir Rothschild after her father’s two rejections. The noble title given recently to young Rothschild changes her father’s mind.Meir studied in Hanover and saw how different Jewish ghetto was there. The one in Frankfurt is much more oppressed. This experience gives him a different perspective. He sees that the power is in the money, which carries dignity, and he plans on earning plenty of dignity. He sees it as a powerful thing, breaking the walls of the ghetto and setting Jews free.The atmosphere of the ghetto is very vividly portrayed and its history, and that’s what initially grabbed my attention.Gutle is not a grasping character. She comes across as needy and constantly needing her husband’s reassurance that he loves her. When an opportunity comes for her to learn bookkeeping, she hesitates as her hands are full with household chores. Then, her successful bookkeeping lasts for about a paragraph. And then, it’s back to her chores, children and telling about Meir.Meir is a very interesting character. He is very ambitious and driven, and he caught my attention. However, the style of writing is telling, not showing. For example, Meir “continues to address the heads of Holy Roman Empire with requests to remove the decrees, widen our street, and allow Jews out of the ghetto.” This is exactly what I wanted to be shown, developed in the story, not told in one sentence.The story is set during volatile times, including Napoleonic wars. The historical background, especially of the ghetto history, is very interesting. However, I found Mrs. Rothschild uninspiring. I wished the story was told from the POV of Mr. Rothschild and shown. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.gr/products/244355760-the-first-mrs-rothschild-a-novel](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/244355760-the-first-mrs-rothschild-a-novel) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-05-27*