The book about the Mühsams spans from the late 18th century to the end of the 20th century. The family history is always interpreted in the context of social and historical events. Their example illustrates what characterized German-Jewish history in the last two centuries. The pursuit of civil and constitutional equality is depicted, as well as the increasing urbanization and academic advancement of family members. Following emancipation and integration, exile, deportation, and death ensue after 1933. The biographies of Pinkus Pappenheim-Mühsam, Erich Mühsam, Kreszentia Mühsam, Paul Mühsam, among others, are described in detail.