The Nibelungenlied (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162703374)

The Nibelungenlied is an epic poem from medieval Germany, believed to have been written in the 13th century by an anonymous author. The story tells of the hero Siegfried, who slays a dragon and acquires a treasure, including a magic cloak that makes him invincible. He falls in love with Kriemhild, a beautiful princess, and they marry. However, their happiness is short-lived when Siegfried is betrayed and murdered by Kriemhild's jealous brother, Hagen. Kriemhild seeks revenge and plots to kill Hagen and her own brothers, leading to a tragic and bloody conflict that ultimately results in the destruction of the Nibelung treasure and the deaths of many of the main characters. The Nibelungenlied is a masterpiece of German literature, and its themes of love, betrayal, and revenge have influenced countless works of art and literature over the centuries.Four hundred lusty squires were there to be clad In knight's full garb with Siegfried. Full many a beauteous maid At work did never tire, for dear they did him hold, And many a stone full precious those ladies laid within the gold.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Anonymous
ISBN-10: 1162703377
ISBN-13: 9781162703374
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 770
Format: Paperback
Weight: 3.75lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 1.53d