"The Prodigal Son" (The Son of Marburg) is a fascinating book that tells the story of lost wealth and the restoration of relations between father and son. The main character, a young man named Mark, finds himself on the edge of an abyss when he decides to leave home and go out into the world in search of adventure. However, due to failures and worries, he feels a strong sense of emptiness in his soul, he longs for home and family ties. The reader, together with Mark, experiences his journey to self-knowledge, to the understanding of his own mistakes and the opportunity to return what was lost. Will Mark be able to return home and claim his lost fortune? "Son of Marburg" is a deep meditation on love, loss and recovery, which will leave you impressed and make you think about the meaning of life.