"Pole Poppenspäler" is a short story by the German writer Theodor Storm, published in 1874. In this work, the author tells the story of the young theater artist Paul Poppenspeler, who performs at fairs and fun holidays. The main character is in debt and making ends meet, forced to look for funds for his survival. Through his own experiences and deep feelings, Paul Poppenspeler becomes a symbol of the experiences of an ordinary person. This novella is full of deep psychological study of the characters and masterful word play, which will amaze the reader with their strength and soulfulness.